R2 Paving RFB - I5 MP 234 Grind and Pave Ramps

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is seeking bids for the R2 Paving RFB - I5 MP 234 Grind and Pave Ramps project, which is a targeted infrastructure improvement initiative focusing on the northbound on-ramp and southbound off-ramp at Interstate 5 milepost 234 in Linn County. This procurement is specifically structured as a request for bids under the On-Call Region 2 Paving Price Agreement series, with participation strictly limited to current price agreement holders. The project scope involves comprehensive pavement rehabilitation, including 11,830 square yards of grinding, 1,670 tons of asphalt concrete paving, and 12,400 linear feet of striping. Key deliverables include precise pavement removal, new asphalt concrete installation, and comprehensive lane striping, with specific technical requirements constraining work to existing concrete and asphalt joints. The bid submission deadline is August 4, 2023, with a required project completion date of September 29, 2023. Contractors must adhere to strict traffic control specifications, including night-only work and coordinating ramp closures with ODOT Maintenance, requiring 14 days' advance notice.

This procurement opportunity is exclusively available to pre-qualified contractors already holding an existing On-Call Region 2 Paving Price Agreement, effectively restricting bidder participation. The jurisdictions involved include Lake County and Albany City, with the project spanning Marion County and Salem. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, contractors must comply with prevailing wage rate requirements. The RFB includes detailed unit pricing for various work items, with payment based on actual quantities performed. Although specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests a substantial infrastructure investment. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical capabilities in pavement grinding, asphalt paving, and precise lane striping, with a focus on minimal traffic disruption and high-quality infrastructure rehabilitation. The procurement process emphasizes precise technical execution and strict adherence to ODOT's specified performance standards.