Cowlitz County 2026 Countywide Pavement Overlay Project Bid - Project No. 2026
Cowlitz CountyCounty · Kelso, WA- Due
- Apr 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 17, 2026
- Primary contact
- County Engineer
- (360) 577-3030
The 30-second brief
The Board of County Commissioners of Cowlitz County is soliciting sealed bids for the 2026 Countywide Pavement Overlay Project (Project No. 2026). The scope of work includes pavement planing and hot mix asphalt (HMA) overlay paving of various county roads in the Castle Rock, Kalama, Kelso, and Longview areas, along with associated work such as mobilization, flagging, traffic control, and adjusting manholes and valve boxes. The project requires approximately 22,474 tons of HMA Class 3/8 Inch - PG 58H-22 and 18,932 square yards of planing. Bidders must be prequalified and provide a 5% bid deposit. The contract includes a 15% apprentice utilization requirement. Bids are due by April 13, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. at the Cowlitz County Department of Public Works in Kelso, WA.
Proposal Form, Apprentice Utilization Plan, Non-Collusion Declaration, Bid Deposit Form, E-Verify Declaration, Certification of Compliance with Wage Payment Statutes
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder
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Summary
The Board of County Commissioners of Cowlitz County is soliciting sealed bids for the 2026 Countywide Pavement Overlay Project (Project No. 2026).
The scope of work includes pavement planing and hot mix asphalt (HMA) overlay paving of various county roads in the Castle Rock, Kalama, Kelso, and Longview areas, along with associated work such as mobilization, flagging, traffic control, and adjusting manholes and valve boxes. The project requires approximately 22,474 tons of HMA Class 3/8 Inch - PG 58H-22 and 18,932 square yards of planing. Bidders must be prequalified and provide a 5% bid deposit. The contract includes a 15% apprentice utilization requirement. Bids are due by April 13, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. at the Cowlitz County Department of Public Works in Kelso, WA.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Proposal Form
- Apprentice Utilization Plan
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Bid Deposit Form
- E-Verify Declaration
- Certification of Compliance with Wage Payment Statutes
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A - Pavement Overlay Tonnages/Locations, Appendix B - WSDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Standard Plans
- Submit to
- Cowlitz County Department of Public Works, 1600 13th Avenue South, Kelso WA 98626
- Scope location
- Kelso, WA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Cowlitz County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 13, 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: Cowlitz County Department of Public Works, 1600 13th Avenue South, Kelso WA 98626. For questions, contact County Engineer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Cowlitz County in WA, 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 County Engineer at (360) 577-3030. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal Form, Apprentice Utilization Plan, Non-Collusion Declaration, Bid Deposit Form, E-Verify Declaration, Certification of Compliance with Wage Payment Statutes. 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: "Lowest responsible and responsive bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cowlitz County?
All active and historical solicitations from Cowlitz County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Cowlitz County 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: Appendix A - Pavement Overlay Tonnages/Locations, Appendix B - WSDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Standard Plans. Review the full document from Cowlitz County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kelso, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.