Site work and paving for a civil project in Albany, New York. Completed plans call for site work for a bridge / tunnel; for paving for a bridge / tunnel; road / highway; and road / highway.

https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-announces-start-324-million-roadway-restoration-project-along-interstate-287 New Pavement, Striping and Joint Repairs Will Improve Resiliency and Ease Travel Along Major Commuter Artery Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of a $32.4 million project that will resurface and restore a 5.5-mile stretch of Interstate 287 in Westchester County, improving resiliency and rideability along one of the busiest commuter arteries in the Hudson Valley. The project will repair road joints, add new pavement and upgrade road striping along the section of highway – which is also known as the Cross Westchester Expressway – between Westchester Avenue in the Town of Harrison and U.S. Route 1 in the City of Rye. To minimize traffic impacts along this critical highway, which is a vital link for motorists traveling between the Gov. Mario M. Cuomo Bridge and the State of Connecticut, all work will take place at night. “Investments in roads and bridges are investments in the health and economic well-being of our state,” Governor Hochul said. “This resurfacing project along the Cross Westchester Expressway will provide smoother rides to the tens of thousands of commuters who use this highway every day and improve the durability and resiliency of one our most important arteries for the flow of goods and commerce.” Work on the project is beginning this summer with the repair of highway road joints. Road resurfacing will get started as soon as weather permits in 2025 with the milling of the existing pavement along the highway and all exit and entrance ramps within the project scope. Fiber-reinforced, warm-mix asphalt will then be overlayed on the roadway. This reinforced asphalt overlay is longer-lasting and more durable than the existing pavement, which will minimize cracking and extend the pavement’s service life. Drainage systems will also be repaired to better handle stormwater runoff and grooved inlaid striping with reflective epoxy paint will be added to increase the visibility of pavement markings during storms, further enhancing safety. Traffic signals and curb ramps at adjacent exits and entrances will also be upgraded. Construction is anticipated to be complete in the fall of 2025. Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez said, “Under Governor Kathy Hochul’s leadership New York State continues to make historic investments in infrastructure that will keep our communities connected and our economy growing. With the start of this project to improve Interstate 287, commuters in Westchester County can look forward to smoother rides and safer roadways as they go about their daily journeys – all of which contribute to a better quality of life and make the Hudson Valley an even better place to work or visit.” Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer said, “Every day, thousands of people use the Cross Westchester Expressway to get to school, work, doctor’s appointments, and more, but the highway needs repairs so it can keep serving Westchester for years to come. Now, shovels are hitting the ground so we can protect this critical highway and drive our communities towards a safer and more resilient future. By repairing road joints, laying new pavement, and upgrading road striping, we are building the foundation of a more resilient Westchester while creating good-paying jobs. I have long fought for investments in New York’s infrastructure and I’m grateful for Governor Hochul’s work in ensuring the safety and resiliency of the Hudson Valley.” State Senator Shelly Mayer said, “I am pleased that construction and resurfacing along an important section of I-287 in Westchester has begun. Over the years, I have heard from countless motorists regarding the unsafe conditions of the roadway and how difficult it is to travel on it without swerving to avoid potholes. As one of the region’s busiest roadways, with many relying on it to get to work and see family, it must be safe and reliable. This major improvement will greatly help drivers, and I thank Governor Hochul and the DOT for their attention to improving roads in our county.” Assemblymember Steven Otis said, “This is an important section of I-287 covering where the Cross Westchester Expressway meets I-95. Roadway restoration and increased lane visibility during storms are aimed at maintaining traffic flow and avoiding delays. In addition, NYS DOT has a track record of designing projects to keep traffic moving during construction and completing work in each section as quickly as possible. Roadway infrastructure projects are vital to maintaining our road and bridge system. Thanks go to NYS DOT and Governor Hochul for their ongoing commitment to transportation infrastructure and working with our communities on this project.” Assemblymember Chris Burdick said, “We are very grateful to Governor Hochul and the Department of Transportation for investing in Interstate 287. Our infrastructure is vital to our communities and this project is much needed. I hope to see more of these projects for Westchester County in the coming years since our residents and our businesses rely so much on our interstates and local roads here in the suburbs. Westchester County Executive George Latimer said, “I want to thank Governor Kathy Hochul for her leadership and vision for this 5.5-mile stretch of Interstate 287, a major thoroughfare in Westchester County. This $32.4 million roadway restoration will provide more durable pavement and enhanced drainage systems to better handle weather-related storms, ultimately extending the life of the Interstate long into the future. Both residents and visitors to Westchester will greatly benefit from the completion of this project in the fall of 2025.” About the Department of Transportation It is the mission of the New York State Department of Transportation to provide a safe, reliable, equitable, and resilient transportation system that connects communities, enhances quality of life, protects the environment, and supports the economic well-being of New York State. Lives are on the line; slow down and move over for highway workers! ____________________________________________ For all technical or engineering related questions: Brett Warthling, PE Project Designer Brett.Warthling@thruway.ny.gov Or David T. Vosburgh, PE Structures Design Bureau Director David.Vosburgh@thruway.ny.gov For all procurement contract process related questions: Ronald Smith Office of Procurement Services Ronald.Smith@thruway.ny.gov Or Andrew Trombley Office of Procurement Services Andrew.Trombley@thruway.ny.gov Responses by the Authority to RFIs will be documented as Questions and Answers and posted for all bidders reference, under each respective project, on the Thruway Authoritys website Online. The following is a general description of the work to be done under this Contract. This list is intended to give the Contractor a general description of the work involved in this Contract and is not a complete listing of all work to be done. All work shall be done in accordance with the Contract Documents even though not specifically mentioned in this list. This project is for the deck replacement of MP 29.54, Thruway Bridge over US Route 202 and joint replacement of MP 29.41, Thruway Bridge over the Mahwah River. The following work is planned under this project: Highway: o Provide sediment and erosion control. o Set up work zone traffic control as detailed in the plans. o Rehabilitate median drainage structures. o Pave full depth shoulders and median on Interstate 87/287. o Reset existing guide rail as detailed in the plans. o Mill and pave roadway surface course within the limits of work. o Install signing and pavement markings as detailed in the plans. Bridge Elements: o Repair/rehabilitate deteriorated structural concrete substructure elements including abutments and piers. o Remove existing bridge superstructure deck, portions of approach slabs, and joints to the removal limits as shown in the plans. o Repair/rehabilitate deteriorated structural steel elements including girders and floor beams. This will also include localized repainting of steel members. o Clean/lubricate bridge bearings. o Construct a precast concrete deck with integral wearing surface and galvanized steel reinforcement placed with the use of Ultra High-Performance Concrete (UHPC) closure pours. Final deck thickness will be 9.5" after diamond grinding. o Install new joints and reconstruct portions of approach slabs. o Construct concrete fascia/median barriers with snow fencing. Restoration: o Remove all Contractor equipment and clean-up site. A Bid Bond must be in the amount of 5% of the total bid and must be on the Authority's Bid Bond Form (TA-44117) which is included in the Proposal. A Bid Deposit must be a certified check or cashier's check made payable to the New York State Thruway Authority in the amount of $750,000.00. The New York State Thruway Authority has discontinued the practice of reproducing and furnishing full-size and half-size plans to Contractors after contract award. Contractors shall be responsible for their own hard copies of plans and proposals at no additional cost to the Authority.