IFB159419 Asphalt Patching Services Appomattox

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) #159419 for Asphalt Patching Services in the Appomattox Residency, covering Amherst, Appomattox, Campbell, and Nelson Counties. The procurement seeks a contractor to perform comprehensive asphalt repair and maintenance services, including removing deteriorated pavement, disposing of unsuitable materials, cleaning designated areas, and repairing roadways with appropriate asphalt plant mixes. Bidders must be Virginia Licensed Class A Contractors with Highway Heavy specialty and possess the capability to perform winter breakup and asphalt failure repairs across the specified counties. The bid is due on January 21, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST, with a virtual public bid opening at 2:00 PM EST the same day. The initial contract term runs from February 22, 2025, through February 21, 2026, with four optional one-year renewal terms. VDOT will supply all asphalt materials, and contractors must haul plant mix from the nearest VDOT-approved asphalt plant. Evaluation will be based on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with pricing submitted as firm unit prices for each item during the contract period.

The solicitation includes a strong emphasis on small business participation, with a Commonwealth goal of over 42% of purchases from certified small businesses, including women-owned, minority-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses through the Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (DSBSD). Contractors must comply with prevailing wage rate requirements, with hourly rates ranging from $12.00 for flaggers to $30.55 plus $11.51 in fringe benefits for electricians. The contract requires specific insurance coverage, including Workers' Compensation, Employer's Liability ($100,000), Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 aggregate), and Automobile Liability ($1,000,000). The bid was awarded to Adams Construction Company of Roanoke, VA, with detailed pricing for various equipment including vibratory rollers ($78.98/hr), stone spreaders ($245.21/hr), and pavers ($380.78/hr). While no maximum contract value was specified, the bid includes comprehensive pricing for equipment with operators, night work mobilization fees, and other related services. Subcontractors must submit a Small Business Subcontracting Plan if not already certified as a small business by DSBSD.