SNOHOMISH COUNTY RURAL ROADS PRESERVATION: PIONEER HIGHWAY (300TH ST NW TO SNOHOMISH/SKAGIT COUNTY LINE)

This contract awards the preservation and maintenance of a segment of the Pioneer Highway (from 300th St NW to the Snohomish/Skagit County line) to Reece Construction Company. The project is funded through a Statewide Transportation Improvement Project and County funds, with an engineer’s estimate of $1,100,287.30. Four contractors submitted bids; Reece Construction offered the lowest bid at $874,481.50, representing a ~20 % discount to the estimate. The solicitation was an open public‑works competition managed by Snohomish County’s Purchasing Division. Key points for potential competitors include: • Scope – rural road preservation activities such as resurfacing, shoulder repair, drainage improvements, and related highway upkeep. • Budget – engineer’s estimate $1.1 M; awarded value expected around $875 k. • Competition – only four bidders, indicating moderate market interest for mid‑size road‑work contracts in Washington State.