Madawaska — Highway Reconstruction with Drainage Improvements Project is located on US Route 1 in the Towns of Madawaska and Frenchville, beginning 0.90 of a mile northeast of Hill Avenue and extendi…

The Maine Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for project 022657.00, which involves highway reconstruction and drainage improvements on US Route 1 in the towns of Madawaska and Frenchville, Aroostook County. The project scope covers a 5.74-mile stretch beginning 0.90 miles northeast of Hill Avenue and extending south. Work includes clearing, excavation, asphalt paving, culvert pipe installation, and guardrail work, all performed in accordance with the March 2026 Edition of the Standard Specifications and Standard Details. The contract is subject to Federal Aid Project No. STP-2265(700) and requires compliance with Build America, Buy America (BABA) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program requirements. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder who has completed or successfully completes a highway construction or project-specific prequalification. Sealed bids are due by 11:00 AM on October 10, 2026, and must include a 5% bid bond. Successful bidders must provide performance and payment bonds each totaling 100% of the contract amount. The project is scheduled for completion by October 27, 2028. Contractors are responsible for all supervision, labor, equipment, and quality control, including the provision of a Quality Control Plan and certified personnel. Labor standards are governed by the Davis-Bacon Act and Executive Order 13658, with specific minimum wage and paid sick leave requirements.