October 24, 2025
INVITATION TO BID
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The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners is soliciting competitive sealed bids from qualified
contractors for the Resurfacing of Residential County Roads on a Term Contract for the Department of
Transportation.
Bids should be typed or submitted in ink and returned in a sealed container marked on the outside with the
BL# and Company Name. Bids will be received until 2:50 P.M. local time on November 12, 2025 at the
Gwinnett County Financial Services - Purchasing Division – 4th Floor - Nash Building, 75 Langley Drive,
Lawrenceville, Georgia 30046. Any bid received after this date and time will not be accepted. Bids will be
publicly opened and read at 3:00 P.M. Apparent bid results will be available the following business day on
the website www.gwinnettcounty.com.
A pre-bid conference is scheduled for 10:00 A.M. on November 5, 2025 the DOT Central, 620 Winder Hwy,
Lawrenceville, GA 30045. All contractors are urged to attend. Questions regarding bids should be directed
to Michael Milstein, Purchasing Associate II, at Michael.Milstein@GwinnettCounty.com or by calling 770-
822-7811 no later than 3:00 p.m. November 6, 2025. Bids are legal and binding upon the bidder when
submitted. All bids should be submitted in duplicate.
Gwinnett County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to its programs
or activities. Any requests for reasonable accommodations required by individuals to fully participate in
any open meeting, program or activity of Gwinnett County Government should be directed to the ADA
Coordinator at the Gwinnett County Justice and Administration Center, 770-822-8165.
The written bid documents supersede any verbal or written prior communications between the parties.
Award will be made to the contractor submitting the lowest responsive and responsible bid. Gwinnett
County reserves the right to reject any or all bids to waive technicalities and to make an award deemed in
its best interest. Bids may be split or awarded in entirety. Gwinnett County reserves the option to negotiate
terms, conditions and pricing with the lowest responsive, responsible vendor(s) at its discretion.
Award notification will be posted after award on the County website, www.gwinnettcounty.com and
companies submitting a bid will be notified via email.
We look forward to your bid and appreciate your interest in Gwinnett County.
Michael Milstein
Purchasing Associate II
MM/km
The following pages should be returned in duplicate as your bid: Bid Schedule, Pages 14-26
Sub-Contractor List, Page 27
References, Page 28
Ethics Affidavit, Page 29
E-Verify Affidavit, Page 30
Bid Bonds, Pages 31-32
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BIDDERS ARE ADVISED TO THOROUGHLY UNDERSTAND THE GENERAL CONDITIONS AND SPECIAL PROVISIONS, PRIOR
TO SUBMITTING THEIR BID.
I. GENERAL CONDITIONS
A. QUALIFICATIONS
1. Bids will be considered only from experienced and well-equipped Contractors engaged in work of this type
and magnitude.
2. Bidders may be required to submit evidence setting forth qualifications, which entitle him to consideration as
a responsible Contractor. A list of work of similar character successfully completed within the last two years
may be required giving the location, size, and listing equipment available for use on this work. Before
accepting any bid, the County may require evidence of the Contractor's financial ability to successfully
perform the work to be accomplished under the contract.
3. Status as a Georgia DOT certified, and prequalified contractor is one of the factors to be considered in
determining qualification for this bid.
B. GUARANTEE TO ACCOMPANY BID
1. Bids must be accompanied by a certified check or cashier's check or acceptable bid bond (Gwinnett County
form provided) in an amount not less than five percent (5%) of the total amount bid per section and made
payable to Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners. Failure to use Gwinnett County form may result in bid
being deemed non-responsive. Failure to submit a bid bond or certified check or cashier’s check will be cause
for rejection.
2. Contractors bidding on more than one section must submit a bid bond for each section they are bidding. If
contractor is low on more than one section but does not want to have multiple awards, contractor must state
this in his bid in order not to forfeit bid bond.
C. JOINT VENTURES AND SUB-CONTRACTING
Joint Ventures between two contractors will NOT be allowed in any section. Subletting will be allowed up to 30%
of the actual paving/patching work which includes all mixes (9.5mm mix Type I, Leveling, and 12.5 mm Patching)
for each section. This will be based on the estimated combined tonnage for these items in each section. The
contractor will have the option to apply this to any or all items listed in the schedule of items without exceeding
the 30% of combined tonnage. Any subcontractor listed must be approved by Gwinnett County DOT prior to doing
any work and be registered with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT).
Subletting additional items (milling, crack filling, structure adjustment, and pavement markings) will be allowed
and shall be in accordance with Section 108.01 of the Standard Specifications of the Georgia Department of
Transportation.
D. SUBMITTING BIDS
1. Each Section should be submitted in separate envelopes.
2. A contractor can bid on any or all sections applicable. If more than one or all sections are bid on, please keep
in mind that you must be able to complete all awarded sections within the term of the contract.
3. Should the contractor submit low bids in all 6 districts, but chooses to be awarded in fewer districts,
Gwinnett County reserves the right to select the awarded district or districts for that contractor.
4. A bid bond should be submitted independently for each section of the bid.
5. Bids should be submitted in envelope with the following information clearly typed or printed on the outside:
Gwinnett County Purchasing Division
Resurfacing of County Roads
Bid Number and Section
Date of Bid Opening
Company Name
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E. AUTHORITY TO SIGN
The contractor should ensure that the legal and proper name of his proprietorship, firm, partnership or
corporation is printed or typed in the space provided on the Schedule of Items.
F. RIGHTS RESERVED
1. Bidders are advised to examine the Plans and Specifications carefully and to make examinations of the site
of the proposed work as are necessary to familiarize themselves with local conditions, which may affect the
proposed work. Bidders are also advised to inform themselves fully in regard to conditions under which the
work will be performed. Gwinnett County will not be responsible for Bidder’s errors or misjudgment, nor for
any information on local conditions or general laws and regulations.
2. Any unauthorized additions, conditions, limitations, or provisions attached to the Bid shall render it informal,
and may be cause for rejection.
3. Individuals, firms and businesses seeking an award of a Gwinnett County contract may not initiate or continue
any verbal or written communications regarding a solicitation with any County officer, elected official,
employee or other County representative without permission of the Purchasing Associate named in the
solicitation between the date of the issuance of the solicitation and the date of the final contract award by
the Board of Commissioners. The Purchasing Director will review violations. If determined that such
communication has compromised the competitive process, the offer submitted by the individual, firm or
business may be disqualified from consideration for award.
G. AWARD OF CONTRACT
1. The Contract will be an "Open End” type to provide for the requirements of Gwinnett County on an as needed
basis. As it is impossible to determine the exact quantities of items and the roads, parking areas, etc., to
receive these items, either for resurfacing or new roads, the quantities of items may be increased or
decreased, and specific roads may be added or deleted as required to satisfy the needs of the County. Each
section will be awarded to the lowest, responsive, and responsible bidder. Gwinnett County reserves the right
to make an award as deemed in its best interest, which may include awarding to a single bidder or multiple
bidders.
2. Prior to award of the contract, the successful contractor will be required to submit a construction schedule
to the County, demonstrating the contractor’s ability to commence and proceed in a timely manner on all of
the Gwinnett County resurfacing contracts for which contractor is the successful bidder. Due to the time
constraints on this contract, it is mandatory that the work be performed as quickly as possible. A contractor’s
failure to demonstrate the ability to proceed as required may result in the award of one or all of those sections
to the next low, responsive and responsible bidder, as deemed in the County's best interest.
3. Prior to execution of a contract, a Contract Performance Bond and a Payment Bond, each equal to 100% of
the Contract amount per section, must be provided by the successful Bidder (Gwinnett County form provided)
by a surety company qualified to do business in the State of Georgia and satisfactory to Gwinnett County.
Bonds given shall meet the requirements as listed in this Bid package. Failure to execute the Contract,
Contract Performance Bond and Payment Bond, or furnish satisfactory proof of coverage of the insurance
required within ten days after the date of Notice of the Contract may be just cause for the annulment of the
award and for the forfeiture of the guaranty to Gwinnett County, not as a penalty, but as liquidation of
damages sustained. Failure to progress in a timely manner after beginning the work may also be just cause
for annulment of the contract award and re-advertisement and re-bidding of any or all these contracts. The
Contract and Contract Bonds shall be executed in duplicate.
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H. TERM
Contract will begin on the issuance date of the Notice to Proceed and continue through December 31, 2026.
However, for any order to pave and/or resurface any given roads, parking areas, etc., mailed or received, if
forwarded by other means than through the mail to the Contractor on or before the Contract expiration date, the
Contractor will be required to perform such resurfacing within a time agreed to by both parties and at the Contract
unit prices. Failure to perform such work in the time agreed will result in Liquidated Damages of $1,000.00 per
day until such work is completed.
I. PRODUCTION REQUIREMENTS
1. Time is of the utmost importance for this project. The successful bidder will be required to commence work
within ten (10) calendar days from receipt of the Notice to Proceed and must carry on with utmost diligence
in order to complete the work at the earliest possible date.
2. It is important that the work proceeds promptly and continuously on the contract. In each Section, the
contractor must meet or exceed the following production requirements and deadlines. If the contractor is
awarded more than one section, the below requirements will be determined based on the cumulative total
tonnage awarded, unless otherwise stated:
a) Within 120 calendar days following the issuance date of the Notice to Proceed, the contractor must place
a minimum of 50% of the total tonnage awarded of 9.5 mm (Type I and II) mixes for the residential streets
listed in the Schedule of Items for each resurfacing section successfully awarded. Failure to reach the
milestone in the time listed above will result in Liquidated Damages of $500.00 per calendar day until
such work is completed.
b) By October 31, 2026, the contractor must place a minimum of 100% of the total tonnage of 9.5 mm (Type
I and II) mixes for the residential streets listed in the Schedule of Items, for each resurfacing section.
Failure to reach the milestone in the time listed above will result in Liquidated Damages of $1,000.00 per
calendar day per section awarded until such work is completed.
c) No later than July 31, 2027, the contractor shall submit the final invoice for all work completed. Failure
not to have all work completed and the final invoice submitted by the date listed above will result in Liquid
Damages of $1,000.00 per calendar day per section awarded until such work is completed.
d) Within 30 calendar days following the road patching and milling work, the contractor must place the 9.5
mm (Type I and II) topping mixes for residential streets listed in the Schedule of Items, for each
resurfacing section. Failure to reach the milestone within the 30-day time listed above will result in
Liquidated Damages of $100.00 per calendar day per road until such work is completed.
e) Work Hours: 9am to 6pm Monday through Friday. Saturday work hours are available with prior approval.
Sunday work hours are not available.
The contractor may request in writing modifications to the work hours listed above. Gwinnett County has
the right to approve or deny a request or respond with an alternate. Gwinnett County reserves the right to
adjust the work hours during the contract period.
J. RETAINAGE
The county shall retain 5% of the gross value of the completed work, indicated by current estimates, until all pay
items are substantially completed.
K. LOCATION AND SITE
1. The site of the proposed work is at the stated location(s) within Gwinnett County, Georgia. A list of proposed
roads is included in these specifications; maps will be available at the pre bid conference.
2. The successful Contractor shall accept the site in its present condition and carry out all work in accordance
with the requirements of the specifications, as indicated on the drawings or as directed by the engineer.
3. The successful Contractor, before submitting a bid, is advised to visit the site, and acquaint himself with the
actual conditions and the location of any or all obstructions that may existon the site.
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4. The Contract Documents contain the provisions required for the completion of the work to be performed
pursuant to this Contract. Information obtained from an Officer, agent, or employee of Gwinnett County or
any other person shall not affect the risks or obligations assumed by the Contractor or relieve
Contractor from fulfilling any of the conditions of the Contract. All contractors submitting a bid are
responsible for inspecting the site and for reading and being thoroughly familiar with the Contract
Documents. The failure or omission of any Bidder to so familiarize himself shall in no way relieve any Bidder
from any obligation in respect to his Bid.
5. The Contractor is responsible for the location of above and below ground utilities and structures, which may
be affected by the work.
L. COMPLIANCE WITH OSHA STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS
The work connected with this Contract shall be performed in accordance with all applicable OSHA regulations
and standards including any additions or revisions thereto until the job is completed and accepted by Gwinnett
County.
M. MATERIALS
All materials furnished and/or installed by the Contractor shall be furnished only by Georgia Department of
Transportation certified source and shall be within the limits, tolerances, formulae, etc., as established by the
Georgia Department of Transportation.
N. INSPECTION
Gwinnett County does not commit to have a full-time inspection or testing of work while in progress or at sources
of materials furnished. Any lack of inspection and/or testing will in no way relieve the Contractor of the
responsibility to provide quality workmanship in accordance with the Specifications. Any test ordered under the
supervision of the County that fails to meet standards and retesting is required will be at the contractor’s expense.
O. CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS
1. Successful vendor is required to do the following within ten (10) days of Notice:
a) Return to Purchasing Office contract documents executed by the authorized representative and
attested by the corporate secretary treasurer.
b) Provide Insurance certificates as specified in the bid documents.
c) Provide bonding as required by the bid documents.
2. Failure to execute the Contract, Contract Performance Bond and Payment Bond, or furnish satisfactory proof
of carriage of the insurance required within ten days after the date of Notice of Award of the Contract may be
just cause for the annulment of the award and for the forfeiture of the bid guaranty Gwinnett County, not as
a penalty, but as liquidation of damages sustained. At the discretion of the County, the award may then be
made to the next lowest, responsible bidder, or the work may be re- advertised or constructed by County
forces. The Contract and Contract Bonds shall be executed in duplicate.
II.
SPECIAL PROVISIONS
A. AREAS OF WORK
1. The area of work for resurfacing will be within the limits defined on the County map. The work will be divided
into six (6) sections: District 1, District 2, District 3, District 4, District 5, and District 6. Any roads added to the
County's resurfacing program will be worked by the contractor’s section, in which they are located.
2. This term contract covers only those existing roads scheduled for resurfacing by the Gwinnett County Road
Maintenance Division, or being constructed by in-house construction forces, and in no way pertains to any
asphalt work being performed on new construction or widening projects being built for Gwinnett County by
private contractors.
3. The schedule of items for each section includes estimated quantities for this work.
4. The work will be divided into six (6) sections: District 1, District 2, District 3, District 4, District 5, and District 6.
Please see Appendix A for the paving list and Appendix B for the Resurfacing Map.
B. GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
This page summarizes the opportunity, including an overview and a preview of the attached documents.