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Solicitation 2026310018 is a construction contract issued by the West Virginia Department of Transportation, Division of Highways, for the I-79 Exit 155 Bridge Replacement project in Monongalia County. The scope of work involves the dismantling of structure 2520 and the construction of a new bridge structure, including the installation of approach slabs, strip seal expansion joint systems, and various classes of concrete. Additional requirements include roadway work such as Marshall asphalt base courses, the installation of sign lighting and galvanized steel conduit, and the application of pavement markings. The project also incorporates temporary traffic signal installations and requires adherence to the National Bridge Inspection Standards for safety inspections of in-service bridges during construction. Bids are due by 10:00 AM on October 20, 2026, via Bid Express. Awarded contractors must provide a bid bond of 5 percent of the total cost or 500 dollars, whichever is greater, along with performance and payment bond sureties. The project is governed by the 2023 WVDOT Standard Specifications and requires compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act, the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act, and various environmental regulations, including the Clean Air Act and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. The contractor is specifically responsible for modifying the NPDES state storm water construction permit and uploading the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan and Groundwater Protection Plan for the 7.70-acre disturbance area.