East Marginal Way S Preservation (FHWA)

The East Marginal Way S Preservation project, solicitation number 2025-057, is a public works contract issued by the City of Seattle for infrastructure improvements from 1st Ave South to the Tukwila City Limits. With an engineer's estimate of 10,800,000 dollars, the scope of work focuses on pavement overlay, spot base repairs, and rechannelization to support a protected bike lane and shared use path. Comprehensive deliverables include milling, excavation, asphalt and concrete base repairs, asphalt surfacing, curb ramps, sidewalks, drainage, signals, street lighting, signing, striping, and landscaping, as well as specialized rebar installation and electrical work. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder, with a tie-breaking preference for those proposing the highest percentage of recycled materials. Bidders must meet mandatory responsibility criteria, including registration under RCW 18.27, possession of a UBI number, and compliance with federal and state prevailing wage rates. The project incorporates a Federal Small Business Enterprise goal of 13 percent and requires strict adherence to Buy America certifications and non-discrimination acts. Bids must be submitted electronically via OpenGov by the specified deadline, accompanied by a bid guaranty of five percent of the total bid. Quality assurance is maintained through rigorous testing standards and required certifications for personnel, while the contractor must provide detailed waste packaging and hazardous materials labeling in accordance with environmental and safety regulations.