346_2027 SURFACE TREATMENT - SECONDARY

The Virginia Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for contract CM327STA128956, titled 346_2027 Surface Treatment - Secondary. This project involves the construction of asphalt concrete courses on prepared foundations, the application of prime and tack coats, and the installation of pavement markings across various locations in Virginia. Key deliverables include the application of modified single seals for approximately 715,839 square yards, the eradication of linear and nonlinear pavement markings, and the provision of flagger services. The contractor is specifically responsible for the maintenance and protection of seal treatments for 48 hours following application. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a submission deadline of 10:00 AM on October 28, 2026, via the Bidx electronic portal. Prequalification is required for all bidders. The project mandates strict adherence to Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) requirements and the use of United States-flag commercial vessels for at least 50 percent of gross tonnage for federal-aid highway materials. Compliance requirements include adhering to prevailing wage rates, EEO and affirmative action policies, and the use of the AASHTOWare Project Civil Rights and Labor system for electronic payroll and subcontractor payments. Quality control is managed by the Engineer, who oversees density and surface tolerance testing, while the contractor must provide certified flaggers and adhere to specific material standards for asphalt and aggregates.