Call 1 022656.00

Solicitation 022656.00 is a procurement by the Maine Department of Transportation for highway reconstruction and drainage improvements on a 4.64-mile section of US Route 1 in Aroostook County, specifically between Frenchville and Fort Kent. The scope of work includes clearing, excavation, the application of bituminous tack coat, the installation of culverts and catch basins, guardrail placement, and erosion control measures. The project is governed by the March 2026 edition of the MaineDOT Standard Specifications and Standard Details, and it incorporates a detailed geotechnical design report based on extensive subsurface investigations to support reconstruction and slope stability. Bids are due by October 7, 2026, at 11:00 A.M., and may be submitted electronically via Bid Express or physically to the DOT Headquarters in Augusta. Requirements for offerors include a 5% bid bond, with final award requiring performance and payment bonds each at 100% of the contract amount. The contract is subject to federal regulations, including the Davis-Bacon Act, Build America Buy America (BABA) certifications, and Title VI non-discrimination assurances. Quality assurance is managed by MaineDOT, with specific acceptance criteria for hot mix asphalt based on volumetric design and gradation standards.