The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) is soliciting bids for the Fish Road Bridge Replacement project (RIC 2022-CB-018, FAP 405-422-091, PTSID 2605H), a comprehensive infrastructure reconstruction initiative located over Sin and Flesh Brook. The project involves completely removing the existing bridge and replacing it with a new infrastructure system, which includes installing a new foundation, a buried precast concrete rigid frame superstructure, bridge rail and end posts, pavement markings, signage, and roadway reconstruction for both bridge approaches. Key deliverables include 220 cubic yards of structural excavation, 140 cubic yards of pervious fill, 75 tons of Class 19.0 HMA asphalt, and comprehensive roadway and guardrail work. The solicitation opened on April 7, 2022, with a bid submission deadline of April 29, 2022 at 1:00 PM EDT, and includes a vendor Q&A period from April 7 to April 20, 2022. Potential bidders must submit proposals through the Ocean State Procures system and provide a 5% bid surety bond, with the expectation that the successful bidder will furnish 100% payment and performance bonds prior to contract award.
The procurement includes a mandatory 10% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal, which provides opportunities for minority-owned and small businesses to participate in the project. The contract will follow Davis-Bacon Act wage requirements and includes specific minimum wage rates for various labor categories, such as $49.50/hour for standard flagging services and $63.50/hour for overtime flagging. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the project appears to be funded primarily through state sources, with some potential federal highway program funding. The solicitation requires extensive documentation, including anti-collusion forms, debarment certifications, and affirmative action documentation. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, including $1,000,000 in general liability coverage, workers' compensation, and automobile liability insurance. Though a precise total contract value is not specified, the project involves 47 distinct line items and is estimated to require approximately 6 months of field office rental, suggesting a substantial infrastructure investment by RIDOT.