Arkansas Department of Transportation Boring and Installation of Conduit - M-27-014H (2026)
Department of Transportation | State of ArkansasState · Little Rock, AR- Due
- Oct 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ben Brantley
- (501) 569-2489
The 30-second brief
The Arkansas Department of Transportation is seeking sealed bids for the boring and installation of conduit for fiber optic cable at the Lehi Weigh Station truck parking lot along I-40 westbound in Crittenden County, Arkansas. Work includes all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to complete the installation within two weeks of notice to begin work. Bidders must comply with Arkansas contractor licensing laws, provide a bid bond in the amount of 5% of the total bid price, and submit required documents including the Eligible Bidder Certification, Contract and Grant Disclosure Form, and Certificate for Boycott and Illegal Immigrant Restrictions. Bids are due by October 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM CDT.
Boring and Installation of Conduit for Fiber Optic Cable at the Lehi Weigh Station Truck Parking Lot, I-40 Westbound
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Summary
The Arkansas Department of Transportation is seeking sealed bids for the boring and installation of conduit for fiber optic cable at the Lehi Weigh Station truck parking lot along I-40 westbound in Crittenden County, Arkansas.
Work includes all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to complete the installation within two weeks of notice to begin work. Bidders must comply with Arkansas contractor licensing laws, provide a bid bond in the amount of 5% of the total bid price, and submit required documents including the Eligible Bidder Certification, Contract and Grant Disclosure Form, and Certificate for Boycott and Illegal Immigrant Restrictions. Bids are due by October 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM CDT.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Boring and Installation of Conduit for Fiber Optic Cable at the Lehi Weigh Station Truck Parking Lot, I-40 Westbound
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Bond
- Eligible Bidder Certification (Attachment A)
- Contract and Grant Disclosure Form
- Certificate for Boycott and Illegal Immigrant Restrictions
- Arkansas Contractor's License Number
- Submit to
- https://www.bidexpress.com/solicitations/49166
- Scope location
- Crittenden County, Arkansas
- 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 October 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.bidexpress.com/solicitations/49166. For questions, contact Ben Brantley.
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 Ben Brantley at (501) 569-2489. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Boring and Installation of Conduit for Fiber Optic Cable at the Lehi Weigh Station Truck Parking Lot, I-40 Westbound. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Price" 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?
All active and historical solicitations from Department of Transportation | State of Arkansas are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Department of Transportation | State of Arkansas regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Bid Bond, Eligible Bidder Certification (Attachment A), Contract and Grant Disclosure Form, Certificate for Boycott and Illegal Immigrant Restrictions, Arkansas Contractor's License Number. 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: Crittenden County, Arkansas. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.