The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) has officially awarded nine regional construction contracts to refresh and paint road stripes across various districts throughout the state. The funding approvals stem from two special bid lettings conducted in late February 2025, aimed at keeping roadways clearly marked and safe for travelers.
| District | Low Bidder / Contractor | Bid Amount | Counties Covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| District 1 | Highway Safety Inc. | $358,810 | Boone, Clay, Kanawha, and Mason |
| District 2 | Highway Safety Inc. | $358,810 | Cabell, Lincoln, Logan, and Mingo |
| District 3 | Mid Atlantic Maintenance Inc. | $359,400 | Calhoun, Jackson, Pleasants, and Ritchie |
| District 4 | Mid Atlantic Maintenance Inc. | $359,000 | Doddridge, Harrison, Marion, and Monongalia |
| District 6 | Mid Atlantic Maintenance Inc. | $353,875 | Brooke, Hancock, Marshall, and Ohio |
| District 7 | Mid Atlantic Maintenance Inc. | $334,375 | Barbour, Braxton, Gilmer, and Lewis |
| District 8 | Roadsafe Traffic Systems Inc. | $362,090 | Pendleton, Pocahontas, Randolph, and Tucker |
| District 9 | Highway Safety Inc. | $366,310 | Fayette, Greenbrier, Monroe, and Nicholas |
| District 10 | Highway Safety Inc. | $366,310 | McDowell, Mercer, Raleigh, and Wyoming |
Understanding the Bid Review Process
Before a contract is officially approved, the WVDOH carefully reviews several metrics, primary among them being how closely the contractor's proposal aligns with the official WVDOH Engineer’s Estimate. If a low bid surpasses the initial internal estimate, the agency executes an in-depth analysis regarding the critical nature of the project, potential funding options, the long-term repercussions of delaying construction, and the market variables contributing to the cost disparities. While the standard evaluation and award window concludes within a week of public bidding, complex reviews may extend that timeline.
About the Bid Letting System
When external contractors are required to fulfill state infrastructure upgrades, projects are routed through the formal bid letting system. Managed online by the Contract Administration Division via the Bid Express System at www.bidx.com, these scheduled events allow industry partners to simultaneously review and bid on active infrastructure opportunities. Standard lettings occur once or twice a month, and participating contractors must maintain an active subscription to the platform to submit formal project proposals.
