Resurfacing on SR35

The Florida Department of Transportation is requesting sealed bids for resurfacing and bridge widening on SR 35 (US 17) in Hardee County, with bids due October 28, 2026. The project spans 13.4 miles of roadway and 0.225 miles of bridge length across two segments: North of SR 64 to Bell Street and South of Heartland Way to North of Hilton Road.

The scope includes bridge widening, milling and resurfacing of existing asphalt pavement (1.5 to 4 inches in depth totaling approximately 426,179 square yards), Superpave asphaltic concrete placement of approximately 51,980 tons, drainage improvements, curb and gutter installation, guardrail replacement, sidewalk construction, signalization, and signing and pavement markings. The project comprises three separate federal aid projects (44620415201, 44620515201, and 44620515202), with the latter two receiving federal funding under D126072B. Substantial traffic control and maintenance measures are required, including approximately 245,392 channelizing devices, 132,137 work zone signs, and 5,712 linear feet of temporary barriers. Bridge deck work, reinforcing steel (exceeding 16,000 pounds), concrete materials, and riprap installation are also included, along with sediment barriers and inlet protection systems.

The proposal budget estimate is $26,702,717. The contract allows 425 days for completion from a flexible start date of 15 days from the letting date. Contract execution is specified at 10 days.