Milling & HMA Overlay - Crawford County

The Kansas Department of Transportation Bureau of Construction and Materials is requesting bids on milling and hot mix asphalt overlay work on K-126 from the K-7 Junction east to US-69 Junction in Crawford County, with bids due October 21, 2026 and work start window May 3, 2027 through August 2, 2027. Bidding is restricted to prequalified contractors; electronic proposals only via Bid Express (bidx.com) closing at 1:00 PM local time on the letting date, with bid opening at 3:00 PM.

The scope covers 5.8 miles on K-126 (State Project Number K126-019 KA 8086-01, Contract Number 526106434, Call Order Number 643) and includes approximately 7,615 tons of SR-12.5A PG 70-28 HMA overlay, 7,611 tons of milling, 20 tons of emulsified asphalt, pavement markings, and miscellaneous related items. Set prices apply to specific line items including mobilization, traffic control, flagger hours, asphalt core sampling, and HMA patching materials. Contractors may accept or reject price adjustment provisions for fuel, asphalt material, and emulsified asphalt.

The contract is funded entirely by state funds. Contractors must hold current Tax Clearance Certificates from the Kansas Department of Revenue prior to award and meet financial prequalification requirements; proposals exceeding a contractor's prequalification amount require prior KDOT approval. Required certifications include noncollusion and debarment history, contractual services with legislators, and EEO and affirmative action compliance. Bid holders must register on KDOT's website no later than 5:00 PM on the Monday preceding the letting date and must execute the contract within ten business days of award notification. Bid documents include the Standard Specifications for State Road and Bridge Construction (2015 Edition), project plans, and special provisions accessible through KDOT's website.