FY 2025 TSPLOST Paving Improvements

The City of Eatonton, Georgia, located in Polk County, is seeking sealed bids for the FY 2025 TSPLOST Paving Improvements project, which will be publicly opened on December 4, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The procurement involves comprehensive roadway infrastructure improvements, including approximately 45,620 square yards of asphalt milling, 3,100 tons of 9.5mm asphalt pavement, 4,550 tons of open graded interlayer, 12 manhole frame and cover adjustments, 16 valve box adjustments, driveway apron modifications, and pavement striping. Contractors must be licensed by the State of Georgia and must purchase digital specifications and contract documents through QuestCDN.com for a $200 fee, with project number 9936746. Bid submissions require a bid bond or certified cashier's check for at least 5% of the base bid, and no bid may be withdrawn for 60 days after the closing time. Potential bidders must submit their proposals to 201 North Jefferson Avenue, Eatonton, GA 31024, with complete documentation demonstrating their technical and financial capabilities.

The procurement is open to all qualified contractors licensed in Georgia, with no specific set-aside designations mentioned in the documentation. The project will be funded through Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST) funds, and the owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, including nonconforming, unbalanced, or conditional submissions. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the complexity of the project suggests a substantial infrastructure investment. Successful bidders will be required to provide Performance and Payment Bonds, each equal to 100% of the contract price, and must be issued by a surety company licensed in Georgia with an "A" minimum rating and financial strength at least five times the contract price. The procurement process emphasizes technical competence, financial stability, and the ability to complete comprehensive roadway improvement work efficiently and effectively.