Road and Highway Equipment: Asphalt and Concrete Handling and Processing Equipment

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) awarded a term contract to Closner Equipment Co., Inc. for a Roadtec RP190e Paver/Finisher, a specialized road construction machine designed for asphalt and concrete handling. The contract, identified as Term 22191902, has a cumulative value of $437,008 and covers the procurement of a pneumatic-tired, self-propelled paver capable of handling road surfaces between 9 feet 10 inches and 19 feet 6 inches wide. The base unit is priced at $393,000, with additional optional equipment including a Joint Matching Capability, Bevel End Plates, Power Washdown Systems, Front-Wheel Power Assist, and various supplementary components like a Light Package and Truck Hitch.

The contract period runs from June 1, 2023, to August 31, 2025, providing TxDOT with a comprehensive road construction equipment solution. The line items include specific technical options such as an Asphalt Windrow Elevator Hitch, extra equipment manuals, and a complete set of overhaul manuals for the Roadtec RP190e model. The procurement appears to be part of TxDOT's statewide equipment acquisition strategy, with the contract administered through the State of Texas's Procurement Division. The detailed specifications and optional equipment suggest a tailored approach to meeting the department's road construction and maintenance equipment requirements.