25IFB90 CR 200 HMAC Widening from CR 203 to CR 236

Williamson County is seeking qualified contractors to perform a road infrastructure project involving the widening of County Road 200 (CR 200) from CR 203 to CR 236 through Invitation for Bid (IFB) 25IFB90. The project requires contractors to provide materials, experienced milling/excavating crews, equipment, and Hot Mix Asphalt Concrete (HMAC) widening services, with a substantial completion timeline of 35 working days and a final completion deadline of 40 working days. Key deliverables include subgrade widening (9,196 square yards), embankment preparation, topsoil placement, drill seeding, and installation of D-GR HMA Type-B and Type-D asphalt in specific quantities. Contractors must demonstrate extensive experience in road construction, comply with Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) 2014 Standard Specifications, and be prepared to self-perform at least 25% of contract bid items. The bid is due on November 4, 2025, with an estimated contract value of $1,267,632.00, and requires submission of multiple bonds including performance, payment, and warranty bonds.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverages, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, automobile liability, and builder's risk insurance, with the county named as an additional insured. The project requires detailed documentation, including a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire and a Proposal Affidavit certifying compliance with Texas Government Code provisions. Liquidated damages are set at $500 per working day for project delays, and the contract includes provisions for potential adoption by other agencies through a "piggyback" clause. The work is to be completed during the asphalt season (April 1 through September 30), with contractors required to begin work within 5 working days of receiving the Notice to Proceed. Successful bidders must use specific asphalt binders (PG 64-22 and PG 70-22) and adhere to strict material and construction specifications outlined in the project documents.