293_2027 PLANT MIX - SECONDARY

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) solicitation IFB-129996, titled 293_2027 PLANT MIX - SECONDARY, is a project for the Salem District involving asphalt and aggregate work across various locations in Virginia. The scope of work includes the installation of over 11,900 tons of aggregate base material, 89,000 gallons of tack coat, and over 2,200 tons of asphalt concrete, along with extensive pavement shoulder wedge preparation and yellow line markings. Key deliverables also include tie-in planing and the application of stone matrix asphalt concrete. Bids were due by November 18, 2026, and the contract requires prequalification. The contract is subject to stringent federal and state regulations, including the Davis-Bacon Act, Buy America and BABA domestic preference requirements, and various civil rights and non-discrimination laws. Contractors must adhere to specific labor standards, including a minimum wage of 13.65 per hour and mandated paid sick leave. Quality control is managed through the PLAID website, where performance test results must be submitted within 48 hours of sampling. Additionally, the contract emphasizes the use of certified SWaM and DBE businesses and requires all flaggers to hold valid certifications from VDOT or ATSSA. Security requirements for connected electronic signs must comply with the Department's OT Cybersecurity Program Manual.