C-28(609) Elk City Drive Bridge

The Douglas County Engineer is seeking bids for the Elk City Drive Bridge replacement box culvert construction project. The project involves the construction of a reinforced concrete box culvert, grading, and erosion control. The contractor will be required to furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and everything necessary to perform the work. The project is governed by the General Requirements and Covenants of the Douglas County Standard Specifications for Highway Construction. Some key aspects of the project include: * The contractor must submit a bid bond in the amount of 5% of the bid. * The successful bidder will be required to furnish a surety bond in an amount equal to 100% of the contract. * The contractor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including the Nebraska Fair Employment Practice Act and the Nebraska Employee Classification Act. * The contractor must provide proof of insurance and workers' compensation coverage. * The project includes various components such as seeding, fertilizing, erosion control, and sodding. * The contractor must ensure that all work is performed in accordance with the plans and specifications, and that all materials and equipment meet the required standards. The following are some of the key requirements and responsibilities of the contractor: * Furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and everything necessary to perform the work. * Comply with all applicable laws and regulations. * Provide proof of insurance and workers' compensation coverage. * Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with the plans and specifications. * Ensure that all materials and equipment meet the required standards. * Submit monthly estimates to the Douglas County Engineer for review and approval. * Perform the work under the supervision of the Douglas County Engineer or the Engineer’s designated representative. The bid documents, including the plans and specifications, are available on the Douglas County Purchasing website. Bidders must submit their bids electronically through the website. The bid opening will be held on August 19, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. • Seeding: The contractor must seed the area with a mixture of grasses, and apply fertilizer and mulch as required. • Erosion control: The contractor must install erosion control blankets and apply mulch to prevent erosion. • Sodding: The contractor must lay sod on the area, and apply fertilizer and water as required.