Bassett Road Culvert Replacement

The City of Palestine, Texas is requesting sealed bids for removal and replacement of the Bassett Road Culvert at Bassett Creek, with bids due June 2, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and public opening at 10:30 a.m. the same day.

The scope encompasses civil construction work including approximately 832 square yards of 6-inch reinforced concrete pavement, 347 square yards of 6-inch non-reinforced concrete pavement, 1,318 square yards of cement-treated base subgrade, 1,299 cubic yards of unclassified roadway excavation, 636 cubic yards of unclassified channel excavation, 112 linear feet of triple reinforced concrete box culverts (each 37.3 feet long), 728 square yards of grouted 12-inch to 18-inch rock riprap, two Type PW TxDOT headwalls, 176 linear feet of Type C-224 traffic rail, a High Water Alert System, and related appurtenances. Bidders must inspect the site and inform themselves of all local conditions.

Bid security is required in the form of a bid bond or certified check equal to not less than 5 percent of the total proposal amount. The successful bidder must furnish Performance Bond and Payment Bonds in the amount of 100 percent of the total contract price from a Surety Company licensed in Texas, as well as Maintenance Bonds. Questions are due May 28, 2026, with an addendum deadline of May 29, 2026. Plans and specifications are available through CIVCAST at www.civcastusa.com or may be purchased from Birkhoff, Hendricks & Carter, L.L.P., Dallas, Texas for $35.00 per set (non-refundable). The City of Palestine reserves the right to reject any or all bids and reject unreasonable or unbalanced unit prices. General questions may be directed to Joe R. Carter, P.E. at (214) 769-2694 or jcarter@bhcllp.com.