Paving and Chip Sealing

The Town of Weathersfield, Vermont, has issued Solicitation Number 73666 for a paving and chip seal project on Weathersfield Center Road. This municipal contract requires qualified contractors to perform milling (1.5” depth), asphalt overlay using VT Type IV Superpave mix, crack filling, and a 10% rubber chip seal with a 3/8” stone application over approximately 40,200 square yards. The contract scope includes additional associated activities such as traffic control, sweeping, and surface preparation. Contractors must submit sealed bids by May 20, 2026, 2:00 PM, to the Town Manager’s Office, with all work scheduled for completion between July 24 and September 1, 2026. Liquidated damages may apply for delays beyond September 10, 2026. The Town encourages prospective bidders to familiarize themselves with the project location beforehand and provides a question period ending May 14, 2026, for clarifications. The contract emphasizes quality requirements including specific material standards for asphalt cement (PG 58-28 or PG 64-28), aggregate characteristics, and application rates, aligning with Vermont state specifications and AASHTO guidelines. Inspection and acceptance will occur on-site, overseen by the Highway Superintendent, who also serves as the invoice recipient. Payment terms are net 30 days with invoicing done manually. Special provisions prohibit subcontracting and require the contractor to own all equipment used, restrict work hours to weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:00 PM, and mandate prior experience with six documented similar projects. Award decisions focus on best value, considering technical qualifications, compliance, and financial resources, rather than price alone. The Town reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids and to negotiate amendments without price adjustments. The successful contractor must provide a one-year performance bond and warranty. The solicitation requires hard-copy bid submissions, expressly disallowing fax or email, reinforcing a structured and accountable procurement process governed by Vermont law.