Abt Rprs, Reset Bear, Membrane, Joints

The contract for Abt Rprs, Reset Bear, Membrane, Joints under solicitation number IM 0296(35)164 is a transportation construction project managed by the South Dakota Department of Transportation, with performance located in Watertown, SD. The scope centers on structural bridge repairs and durable pavement marking applications, including modifying girders, installing and removing temporary and permanent bearings, shifting superstructures, grinding and repainting bridge elements, and applying two-part polyurea pavement markings with synchronized reflective glass bead placement. Work must comply with MUTCD standards for traffic control, ASTM material specifications for pigments, steel, sealants, and durability testing, and AASHTO M 180 for beam guardrails. All tasks must be completed by October 30, 2026, with strict adherence to the South Dakota DOT’s technical and procedural guidelines. The contract value is estimated between $999,298.66 and $1,644,711.13 based on competitive bids, with pricing detailed across multiple bid line items, though no unit or extended prices are provided in the solicitation. The contractor must self-perform at least 30% of the contract value using their own workforce and equipment, with exceptions for specialty tasks requiring unique capabilities. A competent, full-time superintendent must be present on-site at all times to oversee operations. Subcontracting is prohibited without prior written approval, and all subcontracts must mirror the prime contract’s clauses, including EEO mandates and non-discrimination requirements covering race, gender, disability, and other protected classes. Wage compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act is mandatory, requiring certified weekly payrolls via Form WH-347 and retention of payroll records for three years. The contractor must also comply with federal regulations incorporating FHWA Form 1273, Title VI assurances, and labor standards under 29 CFR and 23 CFR. All documentation must be submitted electronically through the South Dakota Electronic Bid System by 10:00 a.m. Central Time on July 15, 2026, with no alternative submission methods permitted. Inspection occurs at the project site with final acceptance granted by the South Dakota DOT, and the contractor is responsible for maintaining all records for audit by federal and state agencies. No packaging, labeling, or military standards apply, and no formal evaluation factors, weightings, or award methodology are specified beyond compliance with technical and regulatory requirements.