General Contractor SAU Tech's AETA Parking Lot Project

This contract calls for a single‑award, firm‑price general contractor to construct a new asphalt and concrete parking lot (AETA) on the SAU Tech campus in Camden, Arkansas. The work includes demolition of existing pavement, grading, installation of a 6‑inch gravel base, 2‑inch asphalt surface, 5‑inch concrete pavement, curb and gutter construction, ADA‑compliant signage and striping, utility relocations, and site‑restoration landscaping. The bid is sealed competitive, with the lowest responsive, responsible bid to be awarded; the anticipated start date is July 20 2026, subject to a possible three‑month delay. The anticipated awardee is Diversified Construction & Design, with an estimated contract value in the low‑hundred‑thousand range. • Scope: demolition, grading, base‑course, asphalt & concrete paving, curb & gutter, ADA signage, utility relocation, landscaping. • Procurement: Invitation for Bid (IFB) – sealed competitive bidding; award to the lowest responsible bid. • Schedule: Bid deadline/opening July 1 2026; anticipated start July 20 2026; performance bond required if contract > $50,000.