City of Middleton, CTH M Pheasant Br Creek Bridge B-13-0905 CTH M

The City of Middleton is soliciting bids for reconstruction of CTH M Pheasant Branch Creek Bridge B-13-0905 and associated roadway work in Dane County, Wisconsin, with proposals due November 10, 2026.

The scope encompasses grading, base aggregate and dense-select crushed material, HMA pavement, concrete sidewalk, removal of existing structure B-13-046, erosion control and storm sewer items, construction of three new structures (B-13-0905, R-13-400, R-13-401), traffic signal removal and installation, and finishing work. The project site covers 2.42 acres. Work is performed on CTH M and Branch Street in the City of Middleton.

Environmental and regulatory constraints are extensive. Fish spawning protection restrictions apply March 1 through June 15. Contractors must avoid migratory bird nests and endangered bat habitat, comply with Wisconsin Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Transportation Construction General Permit for stormwater discharge, and excavate and dispose of creosote-contaminated soil at DNR-licensed landfills. An Erosion Control Implementation Plan must be submitted 14 days prior to clearing operations. Americans with Disabilities Act compliance is required for pedestrian access.

Contractors must close CTH M for a maximum of 132 calendar days during Stage 1 and Branch Street for a maximum of 31 calendar days during Stage 2. Interim liquidated damages are $4,000 per calendar day for CTH M delays beyond 132 days and $2,500 per calendar day for Branch Street delays beyond 31 days. Work must begin within 10 calendar days of written notice to proceed; notice will not be issued prior to March 15, 2027. Extensive coordination with utility providers, City of Middleton officials, businesses, residents, and environmental consultants is mandated throughout construction. Holiday and special event work restrictions apply. Contractors must submit proposal guaranty bonds and annual bid bonds and certify non-debarment status. Payment is based on unit prices bid in the schedule of items.