Fiscal Year 2027 Pavement Preservation - Package 1

Pinellas County is requesting bids on fiscal year 2027 pavement preservation work under an Invitation to Bid for Construction, with Step One qualifications due July 7, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. and Step Two bids due July 28, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., both submitted electronically through OpenGov. A 7% Small Business Enterprise participation goal applies; SBE firms must be registered with the Pinellas County Department of Economic Development.

The scope comprises four paving locations totaling approximately 38.55 lane miles across two arterial projects (Belcher Road and Keene Road) and two local neighborhood groups, requiring milling and resurfacing. Contractors must be prequalified by the Florida Department of Transportation in Flexible Paving and Milling work types; Florida-licensed general contractors must provide credentials. All work must comply with FDOT Standard Specifications, Pinellas County Standard Technical Specifications, and applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The contractor must commence work within 15 consecutive calendar days of receiving the Notice to Proceed and complete all work within 210 consecutive calendar days. Bid bonds equal to 5% of the base bid are required; upon award, performance and payment bonds each equal to 100% of the contract amount apply. Unit prices must remain firm from contract signing through project completion. The contractor is responsible for all permits and fees, which are reimbursable upon presentation of official receipts; license fees are not reimbursable. Contractors must register with E-Verify and provide proof of compliance. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder whose submittal is most advantageous to the County, considering price and other factors. No pre-bid conference or site visits are required.