DARLINGTON FULL DEPTH PATCHING

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) issued an Invitation for Bid on January 20, 2023, for full depth asphalt patching services in Darlington County, specifically targeting three roads: New Hopewell Road, Antioch Road, and Bethlehem Road. The project involves 1,709 square yards of roadway repair, requiring contractors to remove existing asphalt and base material to a 6-inch depth through milling or saw-cutting, followed by proof rolling and replacement with Intermediate Type B asphalt in two lifts. The scope of work includes comprehensive restoration activities such as reinstating paint lines with 4-inch white or yellow fast dry paint according to SCDOT specifications. Bidders must submit proposals by February 22, 2023, at 2:30 p.m., with all questions due by February 12, 2023. The contract period is scheduled from March 13, 2023, to March 31, 2023, with award notification expected on March 2, 2023. Evaluation will be conducted on a fixed-price basis, with the award going to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder who provides unit prices for each line item, including mobilization, traffic control services, patching, and line painting.

Contractors must be registered with South Carolina's vendor management system and comply with SCDOT's 2007 Standard Specifications for Highway Construction. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, mandating commercial general liability coverage of $1 million per occurrence, auto liability of $1 million per accident, and worker's compensation with statutory limits. No specific set-aside designations or preferences were mentioned in the solicitation. Contractors must adhere to traffic control requirements per SCDOT Standard Drawings and utilize SC811 for utility locating before commencing work on SCDOT right-of-way. While specific budget ranges were not explicitly stated, the solicitation indicates a competitive bidding process focused on unit pricing across five line items. Contractors must provide comprehensive documentation, including proof of qualifications, insurance certificates, and compliance with all state and federal highway guidelines. All pricing must be submitted in US dollars and exclude sales or use taxes, emphasizing the project's focus on precise, standardized roadway maintenance and repair services.