Resurfacing on SR-8

The Florida Department of Transportation is requesting bids on resurfacing, drainage, signing, and intelligent transportation system improvements on State Road 8 from Miller Bluff Road to the Okaloosa County line in Santa Rosa County, with bids due October 28, 2026.

The scope encompasses milling and resurfacing approximately 5.605 miles of roadway, including milling of existing asphalt pavement totaling approximately 253,370 square yards at various depths and placement of Superpave asphaltic concrete totaling approximately 34,772 tons. Drainage work includes installation of edge drain systems spanning 64,570 linear feet and performance turf sodding for approximately 44,142 square yards. The project requires high tension cable barrier installation for 28,824 linear feet with 18 end terminals and comprehensive ITS infrastructure including fiber optic cable, conduit, and electrical service installations. Work encompasses roadway improvements, signing and pavement markings, and intelligent transportation systems across a 2,058-acre project area. The contract requires maintenance of traffic throughout the performance period, including 4,640 traffic control officer hours, temporary traffic control device installation, and environmental protection measures including erosion control and sediment barriers.

The flexible proposal budget estimate is $16,139,311. The contract duration is 325 days with a flexible start time allowing up to 30 days after contract execution and an execution period of 10 days. Funding is provided through Federal Aid designation D326051B under project number 45417915201. Bidders must account for mobilization of equipment and personnel and coordination with existing ITS infrastructure while maintaining roadway operations.