Annual Limited Width (Strip) Milling and Resurfacing

Alachua County's Public Works department is soliciting bids under ITB 27-120-LC for annual limited width strip milling and resurfacing on select county roads. The scope of work involves milling sections of travel lanes at a depth not exceeding 1.5 inches and replacing them with specified asphalt, adhering to current FDOT Standard Plans and Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction. The contract is scheduled to begin on October 1, 2026, and run through September 30, 2027, with the county holding an option to renew for two additional one-year periods. Award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible vendor, with a price preference available for certified Small Business Enterprises (SBE) and a 15 percent SBE participation goal in place. Bidders must submit their responses electronically via the county portal by November 25, 2026, at 2:00 pm EST. Required submissions include a bid bond equal to at least five percent of the bid amount, an operational plan, and certification of compliance with the Alachua County Government Minimum Wage ordinance. The contractor is required to provide all labor, materials, and equipment, and must maintain insurance as specified in the agreement. Payment will be processed monthly in accordance with the Florida Prompt Payment Act, though the county's obligation is contingent upon annual appropriations by the Board of County Commissioners. Quality control includes daily mixture testing at the plant and visual inspection by the County Engineer for placement acceptance.