East Marginal Way S Preservation (FHWA)

The City of Seattle Department of Transportation is requesting bids for the East Marginal Way S Preservation project, a federally funded pavement overlay and active-transportation infrastructure improvement, with bids due November 18, 2026. A Federal Small Business Enterprise (FSBE) utilization goal of 13% applies; bidders must be certified by the Washington State Office of Minority and Women's Business Enterprises (OMWBE) prior to bid opening.

The scope encompasses pavement overlay and spot base repairs, milling, excavation, concrete and asphalt base repair, asphalt surfacing, curb ramps, sidewalks, drainage, traffic signals, street lighting, signing, striping, and landscaping along East Marginal Way South from 1st Avenue South to the Tukwila City Limits, including rechannelization for a protected bike lane and shared use path. Rebar installation and electrical work are designated subcontractor categories; bidders must submit a Bidder/Subcontractor List identifying firms for these trades or indicate self-performance.

The engineer's estimate is $10.8 million. The project is funded through an FHWA Preservation Grant and local funds, requiring compliance with federal regulations including Title VI Civil Rights Act provisions, Buy America requirements, prevailing wage standards under 29 CFR 5.5 and Washington State law, paid sick and safe time requirements (SMC 14.16), and minimum wage requirements (SMC 19.19). Physical completion must occur within 250 working days from Notice to Proceed. A bid guaranty of not less than 5% of the total bid including 10.55% retail sales tax is required, submitted as a cashier's check, certified check, or bid bond. Bids are accepted electronically through OpenGov or via U.S. Postal Service. No pre-bid site inspection meeting is scheduled. Liquidated damages apply for failure to meet contract completion dates.