Bid guide
How to bid on Ware County FY 2026 LRA - Patching, Leveling & Resurfacing Improvements
What Ware County is buying
Ware County, Georgia, is seeking a contractor to perform patching, leveling, and resurfacing improvements on four roads: Beach Road, Lucy Moore Road, Eight-Mile Post Road, and Needham Road. The total length of these improvements is 9.853 miles. This project is funded through the 2026 Local Road Assistance (LRA) program. This is an opportunity for construction firms specializing in road work to secure a government contract.
Key dates and deadlines
The deadline for submitting bids is September 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time. Bids received after this exact time will not be considered. Bids will be opened and read publicly at the Ware County Board of Commissioners' Office. The county will evaluate all bids to select a successful low bidder.
Who this opportunity suits
This solicitation is suitable for construction companies with expertise in road patching, leveling, and resurfacing. Firms with experience in similar public works projects, particularly those involving state or local road assistance funding, will find this opportunity aligns with their capabilities. The project requires a contractor capable of handling all materials, labor, tools, equipment, and incidentals for the specified road improvements.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation documents, you need to view the original posting on the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR). Viewing the posting and its document list is public and does not require an account. Some Georgia events route documents and responses to an external "Event Link"; otherwise, you must submit your proposal as directed on the posting before the deadline. For this specific bid, proposals can be mailed or delivered to Mr. James Shubert, County Administrator for the Ware County Board of Commissioners, 305 Oak Street, Suite 227, Waycross, Georgia 31501.
Tips for a competitive response
Ensure your proposal is accompanied by a Bid Bond of at least five percent (5%) of your total lump sum bid. This bond confirms that if awarded the contract, you will promptly enter into a contract and provide 100% Performance and Payment Bonds, as required by law and approved by the Owner's Attorney. Double-check all calculations and ensure your bid is complete and accurate before submission. Pay close attention to the scope of work, which specifies leveling and resurfacing improvements for 9.853 miles, to ensure your bid fully covers all requirements. Submit your bid well in advance of the deadline to avoid any last-minute issues with delivery or mailing.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Ware County Board of Commisioners; the original posting controls.