B24OP04622 - Invitation for Bid (Non-Negotiable)( SBE) Furnish Hot Mix Asphalt and Paving Services (Low Complexity) for up to 36 months with two one-year options.

The contract under solicitation B24OP04622 issued by the Chicago Transit Authority requires the furnishing of hot mix asphalt and low-complexity paving services for CTA facilities including parking lots, bus turnarounds, and minor pavement areas under 1,500 square feet, with a potential period of performance up to 36 months and two one-year optional extensions. The procurement is strictly limited to Small Business Enterprises certified through the Illinois Unified Certification Program, with non-negotiable terms and a lowest price technically acceptable award methodology based solely on total bid price. Proposals must be submitted electronically via CTA’s B2GNow portal by September 8, 2026, and must include mandatory documentation such as SBE certification letters, joint venture agreements if applicable, detailed descriptions of financial and equipment contributions, and evidence of current and past CTA contracts. All work must comply with Illinois Department of Transportation specifications, ASTM and AASHTO standards, ADA accessibility guidelines, and federal hazardous materials transportation regulations. Performance requires strict adherence to safety protocols, including submission of a Safety Process Plan and PPE list, weekly payroll submissions with SSN retention, and criminal and financial background screenings for all site personnel. Materials must be delivered to 567 W. Lake Street, Chicago, IL, with Safety Data Sheets accompanying each shipment and all pavement markings meeting retro-reflectivity and color requirements. The contractor is responsible for ensuring quality through a certified Quality Management System and must correct all non-conforming work at no additional cost. Key personnel must possess at least five years of relevant experience, and subcontracting requires 48-hour prior written approval. Special conditions govern precedence over all other contract components, with FTA requirements taking priority over conflicting terms. Failure to disclose convictions, unpaid federal taxes, debarment status, or misrepresentation of SBE status may lead to immediate bid rejection or contract termination. No formal CLINs or pricing tables are provided; bidders must submit their own unit prices and estimated usage based on anticipated quantities, with an estimated contract value of $1,500,000 provided for informational purposes only.