Street Resurfacing Project FY2027

The City of Gainesville, Georgia is requesting sealed bids for a street resurfacing project comprising approximately 2.76 miles across nine road segments, with bids due October 29, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time and questions due October 20, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Local vendor preference provisions do not apply to this public works road project under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. 36-91 or 32-4).

The scope includes milling at variable depths (33,556 square yards), soil-cement stabilized base construction (1,302 square yards), asphalt paving in multiple grades (approximately 3,659 tons), bituminous tack coat (1,827 gallons), and thermoplastic pavement markings (approximately 17,331 linear feet plus four arrows) across Valley Road, Blue Ridge Drive, Virginia Avenue, Industrial Boulevard, Smith Street, Teakwood Drive, Mott Street, Enota Avenue, West Avenue, and Lakeshore Drive. Work must follow Georgia Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Construction of Transportation Systems (latest edition). The contractor must commence within ten calendar days of receiving Notice to Proceed and complete all work within 90 days.

Bidders must hold GDOT roadway authorization, provide proof of general liability insurance (minimum $2 million per occurrence) with the City named as additional insured, maintain Workers Compensation at statutory limits, and furnish E-Verify compliance affidavits and contractor certifications. A bid bond or certified check equal to at least 5% of the base bid amount is required. Sealed bids (one original and one copy) must be delivered to the City of Gainesville Financial Services Department. All bids remain valid for ninety days from opening. The contract may be extended yearly for up to three additional years by mutual agreement, with unit prices adjustable based on current material and labor rates; the earliest extension date is June 1, 2027. The City will evaluate bids based on terms, conditions, pricing, and cost of available amenities, selecting the most responsive and responsible bid at its sole discretion. Material omissions regarding price information and required insurance cannot be corrected after bid opening.