Melrose – Black River Falls Roaring Ck B27076, Douglas Ck B27016 STH 54

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is requesting bids for the rehabilitation of structures B-27-0076 and B-27-0016 on State Highway 54 in the Melrose–Black River Falls area (Jefferson County), involving milling, concrete pavement, grading, base aggregate, asphaltic surface, beam guard, erosion control, and incidental work, with proposals due November 10, 2026 at 11:45 a.m.

This project carries a federal Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal stated as a percentage of total bid (specific percentage not detailed in available materials). Bidders must submit a Commitment to Subcontract to DBE (Form DT1506) at time of bid along with DBE quotes and supporting documentation, or within one hour after bid submittal via eSubmit. If the DBE goal is not met, Good Faith Effort documentation (Form DT1202) is required within 24 hours.

The contract is federally funded through the Federal Highway Administration and covers rehabilitation of two stream-crossing structures affecting Douglas Creek and Roaring Creek. Work must begin within 10 calendar days after written notice and be completed within the 2027 construction season. Contractors must provide a detailed schedule in writing within one month of contract execution and at least 14 days before the preconstruction conference. Special provisions address migratory bird protection (swallow deterrent systems required at two stations), fish spawning protection (no instream work September 15 to May 15), endangered bat habitat protection, traffic management and detour routes during STH 54 closure, holiday work restrictions, utility coordination, asbestos verification, and stormwater management. All work must comply with Wisconsin Standard Specifications for Highway and Structure Construction (2025 Edition). Contractors must participate in the Highway Construction Skills Training (HCST) program with reimbursement at $5.00 per hour for HCST graduates and apprentices. Bidders must have a properly executed annual bid bond on file and provide a proposal guaranty. A waiver of electronic submittal is available for up to four proposals per calendar year upon payment of a $75 administrative fee.