Call 1 2026-128

Solicitation NSPW2026-128 is a project issued by the Nova Scotia Department of Public Works for the asphalt repaving of approximately 6.3 kilometers of Highway 103 Westbound in Halifax County, spanning from Exit 4 to Exit 5. The scope of work includes cold planing, repaving, shoulder gravelling using approved side delivery spreaders, and the replacement of steel guardrails. All work is scheduled for night shifts between 7:00 PM and 6:00 AM, with a final completion deadline of December 18, 2026. The project mandates strict adherence to the Nova Scotia Department of Transportation and Public Works Standard Specifications and the Nova Scotia Temporary Traffic Control Manual, including specific illuminance levels for night work and the use of temporary overlay markers. The contract includes significant financial penalties for non-compliance, including liquidated damages of 5,000 dollars per day for late completion, 1,000 dollars per day for cold planing delays exceeding 21 days, and a lane rental fee of 1,500 dollars per lane for every 15-minute increment of night work non-compliance. Bidders must submit electronic bids via Bid Express and provide a disclosure of all major suppliers and subcontractors contributing over 50,000 dollars; failure to do so or listing multiple suppliers for a single service may result in bid rejection. Additionally, contractors must provide a valid WCB Clearance Letter and Safety Certified accreditation or COR. Award of the contract is contingent upon the receipt of the Indigenous Labour Engagement Checklist acknowledgement.