How to bid on E. Gospel Island Rd Milling & Resurfacing for Citrus County, Florida

What Citrus County is buying

Citrus County, Florida, is looking for qualified contractors to mill and resurface a section of E. Gospel Island Road (CR 470). This project involves removing existing asphalt, placing two new asphalt layers, correcting any roadway deficiencies, and installing new pavement markings and signage.

This is a unit-price contract. Contractors should be aware that the existing asphalt thickness may vary, and their bid must account for removing the full depth of existing asphalt regardless of its thickness. The project will be limited to resurfacing within the current edges of the pavement.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on August 01, 2026. All bids must be submitted by September 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. It is important to submit your response before this deadline.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in road milling and resurfacing projects, particularly those familiar with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) standards. Contractors should be prepared to handle variations in existing asphalt thickness and provide asphalt identified on the current FDOT Asphalt Design Plant Assignment Sheet. Experience with FDOT's "Green Book" criteria for pavement markings and signage, and their standard plans and specifications for road and bridge construction, will be beneficial.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents and submit your bid, you need to visit the original source on OpenGov Procurement. First, click the "View original source" link, which will take you to the opportunity page on OpenGov Procurement.

If it's your first time, OpenGov Procurement may perform a brief security check; allow it to complete. Once on the project page, sign in or create a free vendor account. This will allow you to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your response. Any addenda notices will be sent through OpenGov.

Tips for a competitive response

When preparing your bid, carefully review all project specifications, especially those related to asphalt milling and resurfacing. Pay close attention to the requirement that your unit price must include full compensation for removing the entire depth of existing asphalt pavement, regardless of thickness. No additional compensation will be provided for variations in asphalt thickness.

It is crucial to perform any necessary additional investigation to assess existing conditions before submitting your bid, as the provided coring report is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon for bidding. Ensure your proposed materials and methods comply with all current FDOT standards and specifications mentioned in the solicitation.