FY 25 Asphalt Resurfacing

The City of Asheville, North Carolina has issued a formal Advertisement for Bids for the FY 25 Asphalt Resurfacing project (Project Number: 298-Resurfacing-FY25), which encompasses a comprehensive road infrastructure improvement initiative within Buncombe County. The procurement solicits qualified contractors to perform extensive road resurfacing work, including specific tasks such as milling existing asphalt, patching, utility adjustments, concrete repair, ADA ramp installation, asphalt curb installation, and paving. Bidders must possess current North Carolina General Contractor licenses with appropriate classifications, and either the contractor or a sub-contractor must be a Certified Highway Contractor. The bid documents were posted on Friday, April 25, 2025, with questions due by Friday, May 2, 2025, at 5:00 PM, and final bids are scheduled to be submitted on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 3:00 PM. The projected construction start date is Friday, August 1, 2025, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder who demonstrates qualifications to perform the specified work.

The procurement includes specific requirements for bid submission, mandating that all bidders provide a bid bond or cash deposit equal to 5% of the bid proposal. The City of Asheville has implemented an Business Inclusion Policy designed to encourage participation from women and minority-owned businesses, with bidders invited to provide proof of Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) status. Successful bidders will be required to furnish performance and payment bonds covering 100% of the contract amount. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the documentation, the comprehensive nature of the resurfacing project suggests a substantial infrastructure investment. The procurement demonstrates a commitment to inclusive contracting practices, offering opportunities for diverse business entities to participate in the city's infrastructure improvement initiatives while maintaining rigorous standards for contractor qualifications and project execution.