Title
Strategic Investment Area Roadway Resurfacing
Action
Action:
Approve a contract in the amount of $6,172,218.90 to the lowest responsive bidder Blythe Construction, Inc. for 2026 street resurfacing.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Debbie Smith, Transportation
Stephen Bolt, Transportation
Explanation
§ The city has identified Strategic Investment Areas (SIAs) that align our mobility policies with our mobility needs. There are 22 SIAs that include a wide range of projects that can be delivered efficiently, while being measurable and adaptable.
§ The Charlotte Department of Transportation is responsible for the maintenance of more than 5,500 lane miles of roadway in the City of Charlotte.
§ Resurfacing is the most effective treatment to preserve and maintain the condition of streets. Timely street resurfacing improves ride quality, reduces the occurrence of potholes, and reduces the need for more costly future repairs.
§ The 2026 SIA resurfacing contract will resurface an estimated 12 lane miles in the city. The total mileage to be paved is dependent on asphalt price stability throughout the contract.
§ Work will include traffic control, asphalt and concrete pavement milling, asphalt paving, base failure repair, asphalt surface treatment, utility adjustments, manhole frame and cover replacements, accessible ramp installation, sidewalk, curb repairs, and pavement markings.
§ Streets are selected for resurfacing based on pavement condition ratings, field evaluations by staff, and information from a computerized pavement management system.
§ The city notifies the public two weeks in advance of resurfacing activities by placing highly visible signs on the street.
§ Resurfacing generally occurs between April and October due to weather and other factors.
§ On November 17, 2025, the city issued an Invitation to Bid; three bids were received.
§ Blythe Construction, Inc. was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
Charlotte Business INClusion
Established MBE Goal: 7.00%
Committed MBE Goal: 7.03%
Blythe Construction, Inc. exceeded the established subcontracting goal and has committed 7.03% ($434,000) of the base bid amount to the following certified firms(s):
§ Glaze Independent Trucking LLC (MBE) ($217,000) (hauling)
§ Silverback Brothers LLC (MBE, SBE) ($217,000) (hauling)
Established WBE Goal: 4.00%
Committed WBE Goal: 4.03%
Blythe Construction, Inc. exceeded the established subcontracting goal and has committed 4.03% ($248,500) of the base bid amount to the following certified firms(s):
§ LMJ Pavement Marking (WBE) ($33,500)
§ Key’s Trucking LLC (WBE, SBE) ($215,000)
Fiscal Note
Funding: General Capital Investment Plan
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