Bridge Replacement

The Texas Department of Transportation is soliciting unit-price bids for a State Let construction contract to replace the bridge and approaches on State Highway 30 in Brazos and Grimes Counties, with bids due November 4, 2026. The project is federal-aid, so bidders must submit a notarized Buy America Certification Form for all items classified as construction materials.

The scope covers three segments of SH 30 running from 0.30 miles west of William D. Fitch to 2.59 miles east of William D. Fitch. Work includes site preparation, earthwork, flexible base, asphalt and concrete pavement, bridge elements such as drilled shafts and prestressed concrete girders, drainage, safety features, electrical and signaling equipment, pavement markings, and traffic control. Bidders must price approximately 180 line items. The contract runs 540 working days, and Milestone 1 requires substantial completion of County Road 175 work within 11 working days, with a road-user cost liquidated damage rate of $1,900 per day. Special provisions address hurricane evacuation routes, traffic management, and work sequencing.

Each proposal requires a $100,000 proposal guaranty in the form of a cashier's check, bank money order, or bid bond. Contractors must submit a satisfactory audited financial statement and an experience questionnaire at least ten days before the letting date. Bidders must acknowledge up to five numbered addenda. Federal requirements include FHWA 1273 wage rates, nondiscrimination provisions, subcontractor payment provisions, and cargo preference regulations.