Major Roadway Projects Open for Bidding in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) annually manages billions of dollars in infrastructure improvements—from highway expansions and bridge replacements to resurfacing and interchange upgrades. These contracts represent major opportunities for contractors and subcontractors across the state.
PennDOT’s Engineering and Construction Management System (ECMS) provides centralized access to upcoming projects, bid documents, key dates, and awarded contracts. Whether you’re bidding on a major highway upgrade or bridge repair, ECMS is your go-to source for essential bidding information.
Project Overview
Project Name: Interstate 80 Lane Widening & Bridge Replacement
Location: Mercer County (northwestern Pennsylvania)
Estimated Budget: Approximately $115.7 million for initial phase, multiple additional projects totaling over $219 million across District 1.
Scope of Work:
Rebuild and widen both eastbound and westbound lanes of I‑80 for about 5 miles in Mercer County
Replace a major bridge structure and repair seven additional bridges along corridor
Pavement rehabilitation, structural steel repairs, drainage upgrades, and guardrail installation
Bid Details
Deadline & Letting: Project slated for bidding in early April 2025 through PennDOT ECMS and District 1 letting calendar.
Pre-Bid Conference: Typically held via ECMS or District 1 office; details available when bid package is advertised
Bid Package: Accessible via PennDOT ECMS (Engineering and Construction Management System)
Bid Bond Requirement: Typically required (often 5–10% of bid amount)
Funding Source
Combination of PennDOT capital budget, state-designated funds, and federal transportation grants under FHWA oversight
Why It Matters
Critical Freight Route: I‑80 serves as a major east–west freight and commuter corridor in northwestern Pennsylvania
Safety & Mobility: Raises bridge standards and improves pavement quality, reducing traffic disruptions and enhancing regional travel times
Economic Impact: Enables smoother material and supply traffic for construction, manufacturing, and logistics in the region
Regional Scope: Part of a broader series of contracts valued at $219 million across multiple counties, including bridge and roadway upgrades in District 1
How to Bid
Contractors must register as a PennDOT business partner and prequalify via ECMS or PennDOT District portal
Submit all bids electronically through PennDOT ECMS, adhering to Public Letting Schedule.
Review bid package in ECMS, attend pre-bid conference (if applicable), and submit questions through ECMS interface before letting date
PennDOT IT Service Desk: (717) 783‑8330 or Toll Free (855) 783‑8330
Additional Contacts
Stay tuned for additional bids, awards, and contract milestones as PennDOT progresses through its 2025 letting schedule and 12-Year Program roadmap.
Stay tuned for updates on awarded contracts and project milestones on Construction Pennsylvania News.
