RFP 2025-0320-001 Asphalt Paving Projects

Morgan County, Colorado has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP 2025-0320-001) for the 2025 Asphalt Paving Projects, seeking qualified contractors to complete comprehensive road and culvert repair and paving work. The project encompasses multiple specific road improvement schedules, including an overlay on County Road 24, new six-inch pavement on County Road W, and six separate culvert cut repair locations across various county roads. Sealed proposals will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. MST on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, with a public proposal opening scheduled for 9:00 a.m. MST on Thursday, March 20, 2025, in the Administration Building's Assembly Room in Fort Morgan. Bidders must submit two copies of their proposal, including a Proposal Reply Form, Project Schedule documents, References Form, and a bid bond equal to 5% of their total proposed price. The county will evaluate proposals based on multiple factors, including price, product quality, past experience, qualifications, warranties, and long-range costs, with asphalt specifications requiring Grade SX and SG materials with a maximum 23% binder replacement. The project requires completion by October 31, 2025, and must conform to Colorado Department of Transportation 2023 Standard Specifications.

The procurement allows for a potential 5% preference for local businesses, with estimated project quantities ranging from 10 to 6,400 tons of asphalt. Contractors will be responsible for all traffic control, obtaining necessary permits, and coordinating closely with county personnel throughout the project duration. Interested bidders can view the RFP opening remotely via a Zoom meeting, with connection details available on the Morgan County website at https://morgancounty.colorado.gov/bids-and-proposals. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the county appears to maintain an open and competitive bidding process. Vendors can participate in the proposal process by attending the public opening or joining the Zoom meeting, which requires a meeting ID and passcode. The project represents a significant infrastructure improvement initiative for Morgan County, with potential value depending on the final bid submissions and specific project requirements.