Milling & HMA Overlay. US-59 - Anderson County

The Kansas Department of Transportation is requesting sealed bids for milling and hot mix asphalt overlay work on US-59 in Anderson County, with proposals due November 18, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. local time via Bid Express and public opening at 3:00 p.m. the same day at the Eisenhower State Office Building in Topeka. All bidders must be prequalified with KDOT and must notify KDOT of intent to bid by 5:00 p.m. on the Monday preceding the letting date.

The project extends 6.75 miles from Homerun Drive North to the Anderson/Franklin County line on US-59 and includes milling of 4,263 tons of existing pavement, installation of 10,996 tons of HMA overlay (SR-12.5A, PG 70-28), 1,789 tons of pavement edge wedge, milled asphalt rumble strips, and pavement markings in multiple configurations. Work must open the project to unrestricted traffic within 60 restricted days and be fully completed within 80 total contract working days. The earliest start date is March 29, 2027, and the latest start date is July 19, 2027. Contractors must execute the contract within ten business days of award.

The project is funded entirely by state funds through KDOT and is tied to contract KA 8121-01. Proposals must include a bid bond. Required certifications and documents include noncollusion and debarment certification, financial prequalification, and tax clearance certificates from the Kansas Department of Revenue for both the prime contractor and all subcontractors. Price adjustment provisions apply for fuel, asphalt, and emulsified asphalt; contractors may accept or reject these provisions. Proposal documents, including unit price lists, special provisions, standard specifications, and plans, are available on KDOT's website and Bid Express. KDOT reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and waive any technicalities.