FY 2026 Pavement Preservation Package 1-STEP 2

Pinellas County is seeking bids for the FY 2026 Pavement Preservation Package 1-STEP 2, a comprehensive roadway infrastructure improvement project involving five separate paving locations totaling approximately 34.98 lane miles. The procurement covers one arterial and four local neighborhood group projects, with a focus on milling and resurfacing roadways across various Pinellas County streets. Bidders must be pre-qualified with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) in Flexible Paving work types or complete a specific qualification submittal. The bid submission is due on May 15, 2025, at 3:00 pm, with a public Microsoft Teams meeting scheduled for 3:30 pm on the same day. The project requires comprehensive technical specifications, including Superpave Asphalt Concrete construction, milling existing asphalt pavement, utility adjustments, and specific pavement markings. Evaluation criteria will include pricing proposals across five project areas, with detailed line items for mobilization, maintenance of traffic, signage, law enforcement, and various roadway improvement tasks.

The procurement includes a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation goal of 7% for subcontractors, indicating a commitment to supporting local and disadvantaged businesses. Contractors must comply with extensive requirements, including E-Verify documentation, Florida Trench Safety Act compliance, and specific insurance coverage provisions. The project has an estimated probable construction cost of $5,606,585.30, with liquidated damages calculated at $1,434.66 per day of project delay. Contractors will be required to complete all work within 210 calendar days, with a 15-day window to commence work after receiving a written notice to proceed. The bid documents indicate potential funding from transportation millage and capital resurfacing program budgets, with fiscal year allocations ranging from approximately $17-$19 million for infrastructure improvements. Additional requirements include obtaining necessary permits, maintaining comprehensive insurance coverage, and adhering to Pinellas County's specific technical specifications and land development codes.