Rigid Pavement Reconstruction

The Florida Department of Transportation is requesting bids for rigid pavement reconstruction on SR 25 (US 27) and SR 700 (US 98) in Highlands County, with bids due October 28, 2026 under Letting CT261028 Call Order 003 Proposal T1947. The project encompasses 5.442 miles of roadway reconstruction at a proposed budget of $16,613,704.

The scope includes reconstruction of an intersection with concrete pavement, milling and resurfacing of existing asphalt, drainage improvements, curb and gutter installation, signalization, lighting, signing, and pavement markings. Work extends on SR 25 from south of SR 66 to north of SR 66 and on SR 700 from east of SR 25 to east of Floral Drive. The project involves extensive mobilization and traffic maintenance throughout, including temporary barriers, channelizing devices, arrow boards, and portable changeable message signs. Line items cover clearing and grubbing, excavation, embankment work, milling at various depths, Superpave asphaltic concrete placement, asphalt concrete friction course installation, plain cement concrete pavement installation, and concrete finishing operations including joint cleaning, sealing, and grinding.

The contract duration is 425 days with 10 contract execution days. The acquisition period is 120 days from flexible start. Two project numbers are associated with the work: 41451135201 and 43975025201, with 43975025201 receiving federal aid (D126063B).