23-15-C1: FL-01 Capacity Improvements

This bid tabulation documents the competitive bidding process for the “FL‑01 Capacity Improvements” project in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The solicitation (Project No. 23‑15‑C1) called for comprehensive civil‑infrastructure upgrades, covering general construction requirements, extensive site work and earthwork, pavement and concrete works, drainage and water systems, sanitary sewer installations, and miscellaneous site improvements such as riprap, fencing, and pump‑area structures. Five contractors submitted bids, and the lowest‑bid total among them was $4,607,686, though the tabulation notes a mathematical error that may affect aggregate totals. No award decision is included, indicating the procurement is still in the evaluation stage. • Scope includes earthmoving, pipe‑casing, trenching, road base, asphalt surfacing, concrete sidewalks/aprons, storm‑water and sanitary sewer pipe installations, water service connections, and ancillary works (rock, fencing, pump bypass). • Major cost drivers are site work & earthwork (~$1.9 M) and sanitary sewer (~$1.77 M). • Five qualified bidders participated; the lowest overall bid is approximately $4.6 M.