T32-D5-Fencing-Candler-193383

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is seeking qualified contractors to provide installation, repair, and ongoing maintenance of fencing along State Route 404/I‑16 (Mile‑Post 98.20‑100.35) in Candler County. Only firms already pre‑qualified in GDOT’s Routine Maintenance Services category may submit bids. The solicitation references MMSA 48400‑410000033618, which governs contract terms, payment, and warranties. Bidders must submit a complete, signed bid package—including required forms for security, tax compliance, pesticide licensing, insurance, and performance bonds—by the sealed‑until deadline. The work must commence within 30 days after the pre‑work meeting and be completed within 90 days, with liquidated damages applied for schedule overruns. • Scope: Supply and install wood‑post, woven‑wire (4 ft and 8 ft game‑design) fencing, remove existing fence, perform clearing & grubbing, install gates, provide traffic‑control, erosion control, herbicide treatment, and utility locate compliance. • Eligibility: Must be a GDOT‑pre‑qualified “Qualified Contractor” for fencing; no new pre‑qualification process is offered. • Schedule: Posting 07 Oct 2026, questions due 15 Oct 2026, bid deadline 27 Oct 2026 5 PM EDT; work to start ≤ 30 days after award and finish ≤ 90 days thereafter. • Compliance: GA Security & Immigration Affidavit, Sudan scrutiny declaration (if applicable), tax‑compliance form, pesticide applicator & contractor licenses, WTCS certification, insurance per MMSA Article #110.B, and 100 % performance/payment bonds if award ≥ $1.5 M.