Numerous subcontracting and supply opportunities are still emerging on the $725 Million WSDOT/I-405 (Renton to Bellevue) Widening and Express Toll Lanes Design-Build Project. There are inclusion goals of 10% for minority-owned firms, 6% for women-owned firms; 5% for veteran-owned firms; and 5% for small businesses in general.

Here is a list of likely opportunities by the prime contractor, Flatiron-Lane JV, and/or its major subs anticipated to be released over the next 3 to 12 months:

•    MSE (Mechanically Stabilized Earth) Retaining Walls
•    Concrete Barrier/Moment Slabs
•    Lightweight Concrete
•    High Friction Surface Treatment
•    Geofoam
•    Soldier Pile/Tieback Walls
•    EarthCam/Video
•    Waterproofing
•    Jack and Bore
•    Structural Steel Framing
•    Excavation
•    Loop Installation
•    Traffic Signals
•    Fiber Installation
•    Excavation and Installation of Electrical Conduit
•    Temporary and Permanent Soil Nail Walls
•    Welded Wire Fabric
•    Rebar Supply
•    Miscellaneous, and still to be determined 

Interested parties who have the capability to fill any of these needs should contact GW Frost & Associates ASAP. They and other members of the Flatiron-Lane JV (FLJV) Diversity & Inclusion team are willing to work with businesses to prepare for navigating the bidding process. They may also go to the FLJV website and register their business. Check back frequently for updates at WWW.FLJVWA405PROJECT.COM

George Frost | SBE Community Liaison | WSDOT/I-405 Renton to Bellevue Widening | george@gwfrost.com