FY 2026 Pavement Preservation Package 2-STEP 2

Pinellas County, Florida is seeking bids for the FY 2026 Pavement Preservation Package 2-STEP 2, a comprehensive roadway infrastructure project involving five local neighborhood resurfacing groups totaling approximately 44.26 lane miles. The procurement is a two-step qualification process with bid submissions due on May 15, 2025, at 3:00 pm, requiring contractors to complete the project within 210 calendar days. The scope of work includes mobilization, maintenance of traffic, temporary signage, law enforcement support, inlet protection, asphalt concrete leveling and surface courses, milling existing asphalt pavement, pavement markers, and various painted pavement markings across local groups including Lansbrook, Local Group 79, Local Group 104, Local Group 137, and Local Group 144. Evaluation will focus on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with contractors required to submit comprehensive documentation including a W-9, SBE form, Florida Trench Safety form, E-Verify Affidavit, and Bid Bond. Contractors must demonstrate technical capabilities through detailed project references, experience with similar infrastructure projects, and compliance with federal and state construction standards.

The procurement includes a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation goal of 7%, mandating that bidders comply with specific small business involvement requirements. Contractors must be registered with the Florida Division of Corporations and provide proof of work authorization through the E-Verify system for all employees hired after January 1, 2021. The project's Engineer's estimated probable construction cost is $5,984,357.93, with liquidated damages calculated at $1,434.66 per day of project delay. Notably, no fuel price adjustments will be permitted during the contract period, placing all fuel price variation risk on the contractor. Additional requirements include obtaining necessary permits, adhering to airport security protocols, and complying with trench safety standards as defined by federal and state regulations. Performance and payment bonds will be required, and contractors must demonstrate a minimum bonding capacity and provide comprehensive insurance coverage to be considered eligible for the contract.