Mill and Overlay Yard Repaving

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is soliciting a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the Gage Geology Yard Mill and Overlay Repaving Project located at 101 SW Gage Blvd in Topeka, Kansas. The procurement involves comprehensive driveway and parking lot repair, specifically requiring full depth asphalt patching, 2" milling of existing asphalt surfaces, and a 2" HMA overlay. Project deliverables include 535 cubic yards of unclassified excavation, 1,446 square yards of aggregate base, 1,728 square yards of milling, and 1,169 tons of commercial grade HMA, with asphalt materials specified as commercial grade "Class A" using specific PG grade binders. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 29, 2025, at 9:00 AM, with bid submissions due by August 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The project requires completion within 10 working days of starting work, with all work to be finished no later than June 30, 2026. Bidders must submit various certifications, including immigration reform documentation, sexual harassment policy compliance, and a current tax clearance certificate.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders are required to provide a bid guaranty of 5% of the total bid amount, which can be submitted as a certified check or properly executed bond. The state reserves the right to accept or reject any bid and encourages competition while maintaining flexibility to modify bid criteria. Performance and public works bonds may be required depending on the total project price, and contractors must provide appropriate insurance documentation. While no incumbent vendors are specified, bidders must comply with state regulations on human trafficking and business integrity. Although a specific budget range is not detailed, the project involves multiple line items for milling and overlaying the yard, with the award to be made to the most responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified requirements and specifications.