MBM District 3 Joint Replacement Project

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is requesting bids on the MBM District 3 Bridge Joint Replacement Project under ITB, with bids due August 4, 2026 through the OregonBuys electronic system. Bidders must hold a current license from the State Construction Contractors Board (CCB) prior to bidding and must file a Public Works bond with the CCB before starting work. The project is subject to prevailing wage rates established by the Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) for Marion County, BOLI Region 3, effective July 5, 2026, and State Buy America requirements under ORS 279C.303.

The scope encompasses removal and replacement of failed bridge deck joints on five structures (bridges 07855B, 07855C, 07855D, 16086, and 16086A) located on Pacific Highway in Marion County. Work includes mobilization, traffic control with single-lane closures on I-5 during nightly hours (9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., Sunday through Friday), removal of existing joint materials, reconstruction of joint surfaces, installation of bonded preformed silicone seals (196 linear feet on bridge 07855B), precompressed foam silicone joint seals (128 linear feet on bridges 07855C and 07855D; 116 linear feet each on bridges 16086 and 16086A), elastomeric concrete nosing work, and hot-dip galvanizing of steel components to AASHTO standards. Manufacturer's technical representatives must be present during work, with strip seal installations requiring on-site presence throughout installation.

The project cost estimate range for bonding purposes is $100,000 to $500,000, anticipated to be funded with State funds. Substantial Completion is October 2, 2026; Final Completion is October 9, 2026. Liquidated damages apply for failure to meet the Substantial Completion Date. Bid security equal to 10% of the total bid amount is required. ODOT will not withhold retainage from payment. No pre-bid conference is scheduled. Award will be made to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest responsive bid. Award is contingent upon ODOT's receipt of sufficient project funding.