Demolition, site work, paving and new construction of a bridge / tunnel in East Central Franklin, Maine. Completed plans call for site work for a bridge / tunnel; for paving for a bridge / tunnel; for the demolition of a bridge / tunnel; and for the construction of a bridge / tunnel.

This project requires the removal and replacement of the existing bridge structure over the Quick Stream. The on-Site construction process will include, but not be limited to, mobilization, establishment of a second means of access, installation of the sediment control barriers and buffers, removal of the existing superstructure, removal of the existing substructures, excavation for and installation of the new abutments, reconstruction of the stream banks at the abutments, restoration of the stream bed up- and downstream, installation of the abutment armament, installation of the bridge superstructure, regrading the road and shoulders, reseeding all other areas, removal of the sediment control barriers and buffers, then cleanup and demobilization. The on-Site construction period will require two to three months. All in-stream and below stream work will occur between July 15th and September 30th. All in-water work will occur during the in-water work window. Silt fencing will used in all areas where sediment transport would move toward the stream. Adequate sediment controls shall be installed and maintained throughout the construction process per MDEP BMP. All sediment collected will be relocated to a nearby spent gravel pit. Floating silt fence will be used along the stream edges. NO equipment shall be used in the water. Contractor will observe the Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasures to protect the stream. No refueling will occur within 250 feet of the stream. Loam, seed, and/or mulch will be placed immediately after construction is complete. The contractor shall be MDEP certified for erosion and sediment control practice. Contractor Q&A period extend from the period Advertisement to 5:00 pm EDST Wednesday, March 26, 2025. Contact George Bell, Project Manager, directly at 207.416.9591 with any scheduling questions. The project's in-stream work shall be completed between July 15, 2025 and September 30, 2025. All bids must be accompanied by a duly signed and executed bid bond for the amount of 5% of the total bid. The Franklin County Commissioners reserve the right to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive formalities. No proposal may be withdrawn for at least 30 days after receipt of proposals.