2026-10-03

The City of Huntington, West Virginia, is soliciting bids for the 24th Street Road Construction Project under solicitation number 49717. The solicitation was posted on October 23, 2026, with a response deadline of December 4, 2026. This construction project requires contractors to adhere to strict federal and state labor standards, including the Davis-Bacon Act, the Copeland Act, and the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act. Bidders must provide performance and payment bonds from surety companies listed on the Treasury Department's Circular 570 and maintain general liability insurance with minimum coverage of $300,000/$600,000. Award evaluation is based on a comprehensive set of factors, including performance capability, financial resources, past performance, and the bidder's record of compliance with workers' compensation and safety laws. Special emphasis is placed on socioeconomic goals, including the fair treatment of women-owned businesses, preferences for Indian-owned enterprises, and compliance with Section 3 hiring requirements for community development and housing assistance. Required submission documents include a SAM-UEI Registration Acknowledgement, a business certification form, and a subcontractor list for projects exceeding 5,000 square feet. All payroll and basic records must be maintained for three years following the completion of the work.