Call 117 26117

Contract 005183590, also identified as DP 26117, is a solicitation by the New Jersey Department of Transportation for the superstructure replacement of the Route 28 Bridge over Cuckles Brook in Bridgewater, Somerset County. The project has an estimated cost range between 2.5 million and 5 million dollars, with a total approved FY2026 Capital Program allocation of 5.4 million dollars. The work includes HMA milling, the installation of precast concrete deck panels, and specific gas main facility abandonment and tie-in tasks. Bids were due by September 24, 2026, with an estimated project completion date of March 28, 2029. The contract is subject to stringent federal and state regulations, including the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wages, Buy America and Build America, Buy America Act requirements for iron and steel, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Award is based on the lowest ultimate cost to the Department, provided the bidder is prequalified, authorized to do business in New Jersey, and registered with the System for Award Management. Key deliverables include a comprehensive safety program and an Internal Traffic Control Plan. The contractor must also comply with EEO requirements and submit certified weekly payroll reports. Technical specifications include strict adherence to AASHTO and ASTM standards for HMA plant testing and volumetric properties.