City of Athens Asphalt Paving Services IFB26-3203 - Street Asphalt Paving
City of AthensCity · Athens, TX- Due
- Sep 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Shannon Easley
- (903) 675-5131
The 30-second brief
The City of Athens, Texas is seeking sealed bids for street asphalt paving services and base reworking on an as-needed basis for existing city streets under solicitation IFB26-3203. The work encompasses furnishing labor, equipment, and traffic control to rework approximately 10,791 square yards of base to obtain proper compaction and drainage, and hauling and laying approximately 1,300 tons of HMAC Type D asphalt at approximately 2 inches in thickness. Additional tasks include fine grading around manholes and water valves. The initial contract term is one year, with an option to renew for one additional year by mutual agreement with a price increase not exceeding 5%. The submission deadline is September 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT. Requirements include a performance bond, payment bond, maintenance bond, 1-year maintenance warranty, and insurance coverage. Evaluation criteria include experience, references, best price, and compliance with specifications.
Reworking base approximately 10, 791 square yards; hauling and laying approximately 1, 300 tons of HMAC Type D asphalt at approximately 2 inches in thickness; fine grading around manholes and water valves; providing all traffic control.
Experience, references, best price, compliance with specifications
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Summary
The City of Athens, Texas is seeking sealed bids for street asphalt paving services and base reworking on an as-needed basis for existing city streets under solicitation IFB26-3203.
The work encompasses furnishing labor, equipment, and traffic control to rework approximately 10,791 square yards of base to obtain proper compaction and drainage, and hauling and laying approximately 1,300 tons of HMAC Type D asphalt at approximately 2 inches in thickness. Additional tasks include fine grading around manholes and water valves. The initial contract term is one year, with an option to renew for one additional year by mutual agreement with a price increase not exceeding 5%. The submission deadline is September 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT. Requirements include a performance bond, payment bond, maintenance bond, 1-year maintenance warranty, and insurance coverage. Evaluation criteria include experience, references, best price, and compliance with specifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Experience
- References
- Best price
- Compliance with specifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Reworking base approximately 10, 791 square yards
- Hauling and laying approximately 1, 300 tons of HMAC Type D asphalt at approximately 2 inches in thickness
- Fine grading around manholes and water valves
- Providing all traffic control
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Bidder Information Form
- Bid Form including pricing
- Acknowledgment of Receipt of Addenda/Amendments
- References
- House Bill 89 Verification
- Form CIQ
- Form 1295
- Form W-9
- Bid Bond
- Performance Bond
- Payment Bond
- Maintenance Bond
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- City of Athens – Finance Department, 508 E. Tyler Street, Athens, Texas 75751
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Athens, Texas
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Athens?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 8, 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: City of Athens – Finance Department, 508 E. Tyler Street, Athens, Texas 75751. For questions, contact Shannon Easley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Athens in TX, 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 IFB 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 Shannon Easley at (903) 675-5131. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Reworking base approximately 10, 791 square yards; hauling and laying approximately 1, 300 tons of HMAC Type D asphalt at approximately 2 inches in thickness; fine grading around manholes and water valves; providing all traffic control.. 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: "Experience, references, best price, compliance with specifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Athens?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Athens are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Athens regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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: Bidder Information Form, Bid Form including pricing, Acknowledgment of Receipt of Addenda/Amendments, References, House Bill 89 Verification, Form CIQ, Form 1295, Form W-9, Bid Bond, Performance Bond,. Review the full document from City of Athens for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Athens, Texas. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.