Call 016 CN262061

Contract CN262061 is a solicitation by the Tennessee Department of Transportation for a construction project on U.S. 127 (S.R. 8) in Hamilton County, covering 2.897 miles from S.R. 27 to Palisades Drive. The scope of work includes grading, drainage, paving, and the construction of an overhead electrical distribution system involving steel and wood poles, switches, and line protection equipment. A significant portion of the project focuses on slope stabilization and rockfall mitigation, utilizing high-strength steel mesh systems, soil nail walls, and microlite and lagging wall construction to address failing stacked stone walls and steep rock hazards. All work must be completed by October 31, 2028, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting held on September 11, 2026. Bids must be submitted electronically via Bid Express by October 2, 2026. Prime contractors must be pre-qualified and licensed by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance Board for Licensing Contractors. The contract adheres to strict federal and state regulations, including the Davis-Bacon Act, the Build America, Buy America Act, and various EEO and nondiscrimination provisions. Technical requirements specify compliance with ASTM and AWS D1.1 standards, with rigorous inspection criteria for ground anchors and welding. Financial terms include a basic bituminous material index of $753.08 per ton and an estimated fuel price of $4.02 per gallon.