Demolition, site work, paving and new construction of a civil project in Dover, Delaware. Completed plans call for site work for a bridge / tunnel; for paving for a bridge / tunnel; road / highway; road / highway; water / sewer project; for the demolition of a bridge / tunnel; and for the construction of a bridge / tunnel.

Pre-bid Meeting: No Dbe Goal: 15 % Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Goal Ojt Trainees: N/a Location: New Castle County These improvements are more specifically shown on the Location Map(s) of the attached Plans. Description: The improvements consist of furnishing all labor and materials for this project which involves the replacement of one existing corrugated metal pipe with a precast concrete frame. Additional work includes minor reconstruction of the approach roadway, installation of guardrail as needed, and placement of riprap in the stream to prevent scour. The work will be performed under detour with roadway closure. There is significant corrosion at the waterline with 100% section loss at several locations throughout the pipes. The existing pipes are hydraulically inadequate and have caused flooding of adjacent property owners. This issue was brought to the attention of the Bridge Section, which inspected and inventoried the existing structure and then programmed the bridge for replacement. Follow other incidental construction in accordance with the location, notes and details shown on the plans, and as directed by the Engineer. Completion Time: All work on this contract must be complete within 169 Calendar Days. It is estimated that a Limited Notice to Proceed be issued to procure precast items on or about September 29, 2025. It is estimated a Notice to Proceed is issued such that work starts on or about October 27, 2025. Question Deadline 08/13/2025 Questions : E-MAIL TO; dot-ask@delaware.gov Questions regarding this project are to be e-mailed to the above address no less than six business days prior to the bid opening date in order to receive a posted response. Each proposal must be accompanied by a deposit of either surety bond or security for a sum equal to at least 10% of the amount bid. Performance-based Rating System - 29 Del.c. $6962 (C)(12)(a) Requires Deldot to Include a Performance-based Rating System for Contractors. The Performance Rating for Each Contractor Shall Be Used as a Prequalification to Bid at the Time of Bid. DE DOT - Replacement of Bridge 1-185 on Oak Ridge Road