TX FLAP 200(1) Improvements on Jones Street and North Kealy Avenue

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is seeking a contractor for road reconstruction and improvement work on Jones Street and North Kealy Avenue in Lewisville, Texas. The project involves comprehensive infrastructure upgrades including road reconstruction, intersection improvements, concrete curb and gutter installation, minor grading, aggregate surface course trails, lime treatment, and drainage system enhancements. Solicitation 6982AF23B000023 requires contractors to perform at least 25% of work with their own forces and comply with specific subcontracting goals: 44% Small Business, 5% Small Disadvantaged Business, 3% HUBZone, 5% Women-Owned Small Business, and 5% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. Technical questions were due by February 20, 2025, with bids submitted by February 27, 2025, at 2:00 PM local time. Evaluation will include a 10% HUBZone price preference, and contractors must provide a 20% bid bond.

The project is not set aside for any specific business category and allows full and open competition. Three contractors submitted bids: Construction Solutions Group at $6,323,236.00, SMR Construction at $7,315,908.28, and McKenzie Construction at $11,894,131.15, with the engineer's estimate at $6,965,000.00. The total project length is 0.59 miles, located in Denton County, Texas, near the Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area. Contractors must begin construction within 10 calendar days of the notice to proceed, with liquidated damages of $4,000 per calendar day for delays. Performance and payment bonds are required within 10 days of award, and large business contractors must submit a small business subcontracting plan if the award exceeds $1.5 million. The project is funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and will involve creating new bike lanes, concrete paving, drainage improvements, and comprehensive signage and striping.