ARDOT Southwest Power Administration Utility Relocation Bid M-27-008H - Jobs 040748 and 040904
Department of Transportation | State of ArkansasState · Little Rock, AR- Due
- Sep 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 25, 2026
- Primary contact
- Keith Mashburn
- (501) 569-2321
The 30-second brief
The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) is soliciting electronic sealed bids under solicitation M-27-008H for the procurement of steel utility poles and material components. The project supports the Southwest Power Administration Utility Relocation, specifically Job 040748 (Phase One) and Job 040904 (Phase Two). Required materials include various structures (1130, 1132, 1133, 1134), Hubbell and Maclean Power Systems bills of materials, AFL conductors, and OPGW components. Bidders must provide a bid bond in the amount of 5% and comply with Buy America construction material requirements. Delivery is required within 365 days after award to ARDOT District Four Headquarters in Barling, AR. Bids are due by September 15, 2026, at 11:00 AM CDT via Bid Express.
All or none bids only; compliance with technical specifications and Standard Bid Conditions.
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Summary
The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) is soliciting electronic sealed bids under solicitation M-27-008H for the procurement of steel utility poles and material components.
The project supports the Southwest Power Administration Utility Relocation, specifically Job 040748 (Phase One) and Job 040904 (Phase Two). Required materials include various structures (1130, 1132, 1133, 1134), Hubbell and Maclean Power Systems bills of materials, AFL conductors, and OPGW components. Bidders must provide a bid bond in the amount of 5% and comply with Buy America construction material requirements. Delivery is required within 365 days after award to ARDOT District Four Headquarters in Barling, AR. Bids are due by September 15, 2026, at 11:00 AM CDT via Bid Express.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
All or none bids only; compliance with technical specifications and Standard Bid Conditions.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
ARDOT bid form
- Submit to
- Submit on ARDOT forms; bid opening by ARDOT. Contact: [email protected]
- Scope location
- Barling, AR
- Reported agency
- Arkansas Department of Transportation
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Department of Transportation | State of Arkansas?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Submit on ARDOT forms; bid opening by ARDOT. Contact: [email protected]. For questions, contact Keith Mashburn.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Department of Transportation | State of Arkansas in AR, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Keith Mashburn at (501) 569-2321. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "All or none bids only; compliance with technical specifications and Standard Bid Conditions." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Department of Transportation | State of Arkansas?
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What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: ARDOT bid form. Review the full document from Department of Transportation | State of Arkansas for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Barling, AR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.