Maintenance and Shaping of MSBU Roads in Putnam County

Putnam County is seeking sealed bids for a comprehensive road maintenance and shaping contract for the Interlachen Lake Estates South Municipal Service Benefit Unit (MSBU), covering approximately 49.743 miles of roads. The project involves grading, road stabilization, reconstruction, and maintenance services, with specific requirements including road shaping, shoulder treatment, material handling, and GPS tracking of work performed. Potential contractors must attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting and demonstrate capabilities in road maintenance techniques, including specific stabilization methods and ability to work with county specifications. The procurement process includes multiple addenda that clarify technical requirements, such as roadway width specifications (24 feet standard), material disposal procedures, and GPS system compatibility. Key deadlines include a written questions cutoff on March 6, 2025, with proposal submissions due on March 14, 2025, when bids will be publicly opened. Contractors must provide a bid bond and are required to collaborate closely with the County MSBU Coordinator to develop a routine work plan, with GPS data validation mandatory for payment eligibility.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Five contractors submitted bids for this project, with bid amounts ranging from $74,614.56 (submitted by Tuttle Dozer Works, the intended awardee) to $310,879.80 from DB Civil Construction. The county intends to award the contract to Tuttle Dozer Works, with a protest period ending on March 21, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST. Successful bidders must have the capability to use an 18-yard or greater dump truck for material delivery and install a GPS system compatible with the county's Samsara system. A preconstruction conference is scheduled for April 22, 2025, following the potential contract award. The project will require close coordination with Putnam County Public Works and adherence to specific technical specifications outlined in the project documents, including the typical graded roadway section that specifies road width, lane dimensions, and shoulder treatments.