US35 Mount Hood Asphalt Surface Maintenance

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the US35 Mount Hood Asphalt Surface Maintenance project, located in Hood River County, Oregon. The procurement seeks a contractor to perform comprehensive road maintenance services, including grind and inlay paving, cold plane ACP removal, and installation of temporary and permanent pavement markings along Highway 35. Specific project scope involves grinding and inlaying 26-ft x 4900 ft in both westbound and eastbound travel lanes, with a 2-inch depth inlay of Level 3 - 1/2 inch Dense Grade ACP. The bid is being processed through the OregonBuys eProcurement system, with bids due by August 22, 2024, and a required substantial completion date of September 23, 2024, with final project completion set for September 30, 2024. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest responsive bid from a responsible bidder, with pricing based on actual measured quantities. Bidders must comply with domestic preference requirements under ORS 279C.303, mandating that steel, iron, coatings, and manufactured products used in permanent structures must be produced in the United States.

The ITB does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Based on the preliminary bid results, potential bidders appear to include regional construction firms such as Jim Turin & Sons Enterprises, Knife River Corporation - Northwest, and Granite Construction Company. While specific budget ranges are not definitively stated, the bid pricing form includes estimated quantities for various bid items, suggesting a comprehensive project budget. The contract requires comprehensive work zone traffic control, with contractors responsible for safety procedures, notifications for lane/road closures, and quality control measures. ODOT reserves the right to adjust quantities as needed and reject any non-conforming materials. Contractors will be required to provide detailed invoicing and adhere to strict specifications outlined in the Special Provisions document, indicating a rigorous procurement process with significant attention to technical and procedural compliance.