RFP for asphalt pavement repairs

The City of Dearborn Heights, Michigan, is seeking qualified contractors to perform comprehensive asphalt pavement repairs at various locations throughout the city through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process. The procurement involves unit-priced infrastructure maintenance services, including 4-inch hot mix asphalt (HMA) placement, curb and gutter repairs, structure adjustments, base repairs, catch basin replacements, and asphalt curb removal and replacement. Contractors must provide detailed unit pricing for each repair category, with pricing submitted per square yard, linear foot, vertical foot, or per individual structure. The RFP requires contractors to perform density testing, site grading, traffic control, and restoration work behind curbs. Key submission deadlines include an optional walk-through on Monday, August 12, at 1:00 p.m. at Dearborn Heights City Hall, and proposal submissions due electronically on Thursday, August 15, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. via bidnetdirect.com, email, or in-person at the Comptroller's Office. Bidders must submit a 5% bid bond and follow specific submission instructions.

While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the RFP indicates that contractors must comply with employment laws and non-discrimination policies. No incumbent vendors are identified in the provided materials. The contract will be a unit-price agreement, with compensation determined by services actually performed, though no specific total budget range is disclosed. The project will be governed by Michigan law, with any potential disputes to be resolved in Wayne County. Contractors must adhere to Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) specifications, including precise requirements for mix types, aggregate composition, placement temperatures, and compaction standards. Penalty reduction schedules are established for non-conforming mixtures, with potential price adjustments ranging from 5% to 15% depending on the nature of technical deviations from specified standards. The contract emphasizes technical precision, requiring comprehensive testing and strict adherence to infrastructure repair specifications.