NV FLAP NYE 10(1) Bob Ruud Mem Hwy & Bell Vista Ave

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), through the Central Federal Lands Highway Division (CFLHD), is seeking bids for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of approximately 20 miles of roadway in Nye County, Nevada. This project covers Bob Ruud Memorial Highway and Bell Vista Avenue, which serve as primary access routes to the Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge and Death Valley National Park. Work includes roadway reconstruction, full-depth reclamation, and asphalt paving across both rural and urban sections of Pahrump. The estimated cost for this Invitation for Bid (IFB) ranges from $20,000,000 to $40,000,000. Key technical requirements involve managing complex environmental constraints, specifically conservation measures for the Mojave desert tortoise and limits on exposed soil during grading. The solicitation package includes the base IFB, three amendments, and technical reports covering hydraulics, pavement design, and biological assessments. Amendments A001 through A003 have updated the bid schedule, extended the deadline to June 10, 2026, and added requirements for traffic control and hydraulic mulching. The scope includes full-depth reclamation, new aggregate base, and asphalt paving, along with significant drainage and culvert upgrades. The project is a full and open competition with an estimated value between $20 million and $40 million. Reconstruction and rehabilitation of approximately 20 miles of roadway along Bob Ruud Memorial Highway and Bell Vista Avenue, extending from Pahrump to the California state line.