James W. Fowler Co.

Is seeking qualified SBEs

This Contract shall generally consist of asphalt and concrete paving, curb ramps, illumination, utilities (water, power, storm, wastewater), signs, sidewalk improvements, pavement markings, pedestrian and bicycle detection, a median refuge island, and signal improvements, including a new HAWK signal.

Subcontractor Goal: SBE - 9%

Subcontracting and supplier opportunities are available but not limited to the following categories of work: trucking subcontractor; rock supplier; AC paving subcontractor; concrete paving subcontractor; concrete flat work subcontractor; landscaping subcontractor; striping subcontractor; surveying subcontractor; flagging subcontractor; certified arborist subcontractor; electrical subcontractor; archaeological monitoring subcontractor.

James W. Fowler Co. is an equal opportunity employer and we are requesting qualified subcontractor and supplier bids from all interested firms, including small business enterprises and other business enterprises. Where economically feasible, we are willing to divide total contract requirements into smaller portions or quantities to permit maximum participation by SBE firms. Please contact us to discuss opportunities available.

James W. Fowler Co. will assist SBE subcontractors in obtaining necessary equipment, supplies, or materials. We are also available to provide assistance in obtaining bonding, lines of credit and/or insurance to SBE subcontractors. Please complete all negotiations 24-hours prior to bid opening. We also encourage the utilization of apprentices for this project.

Bid documents can be obtained from the City of Tacoma or from James W. Fowler Co. by clicking on the link below. The plans and specs are available at no cost on the James W. Fowler Co. website at www.jwfowler.com. For more information, please contact James W. Fowler Co. at (503) 623-5373. Quotes may be faxed to (503) 623-9117 or emailed to estimating@jwfowler.com.

Please follow the below link for plans, specifications, and addenda issued for this project:

http://www.jwfowler.com/bidopportunities/