Construction of City of Ruston 2026 Road Project – Phase II

The City of Ruston is seeking qualified contractors to execute the Phase II segment of its 2026 Road Project, encompassing asphalt overlay, utility adjustments, curb‑and‑gutter replacement, drainage upgrades, and related site work across multiple municipal streets. The contract is a 100‑day, calendar‑time construction effort valued at an estimated several million dollars, requiring a 5 % bid bond and 100 % performance and payment bonds, with a $600 per day liquidated damages clause for late completion. Bidders must hold a valid Louisiana contractor’s license and provide the required bid and performance securities. • Scope includes Superpave asphalt concrete placement, cold‑plane paving, concrete sidewalk removal/replacement, curb‑and‑gutter work, storm‑drain pipe and catch‑basin installation, and utility valve/manhole adjustments. • Estimated quantities are provided (e.g., 2,360 tons of asphalt, 19,200 sq yd of cold‑plane pavement, 360 lf of curb‑and‑gutter). • Mandatory requirements: 5 % bid bond (or certified/cashier’s check), 100 % performance & payment bonds, Louisiana contractor licensing, corporate resolution, and compliance with state bonding and labor‑verification statutes. • Bids are due by September 2, 2026 3:00 PM EDT; the bid opening and public read‑aloud will occur immediately thereafter. The contract duration is 100 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.