Construct New Roadway Lanes, Various

The Texas Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for a State Let Construction Contract to reconstruct and widen roadways from two to four lanes with sidewalks, intersection improvements, and stormwater and culvert improvements on various locations in Tarrant County, Texas, with bids due July 1, 2026. This is a Federal Aid Project requiring a notarized Buy America Certification Form for all construction materials.

The scope encompasses removal of existing concrete, excavation, embankment, flexible base and pavement placement, drainage structures, retaining walls, riprap, sidewalks, curbs, pavement markings, and traffic control measures across approximately 105 pay items. The project must be completed in 219 working days and requires compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act standards, nondiscrimination requirements, E-Verify employment eligibility verification, FHWA wage rate requirements per Form 1273, Cargo Preference Act requirements, and certifications regarding boycotts of Israel and energy companies. The zero percent disadvantaged business enterprises goal is established for this project.

Bidders must acknowledge receipt of five addenda prior to submission; failure to acknowledge renders the bid non-responsive. A proposal guaranty of $100,000 is required in the form of a cashier's check, teller's check, bank money order, or bid bond. Contractors must submit a satisfactory audited financial statement and experience questionnaire at least ten days prior to the letting date and provide unit prices for each bid item per standard specifications.

Upon award, the contractor must secure performance and payment bonds for the full contract amount. Critical path method scheduling using Primavera P6 Version 16.2 or later with monthly updates and liquidated damages provisions for delays apply. The contractor must provide all necessary traffic control, erosion control, environmental controls, field office and laboratory facilities, portable changeable message signs, and truck-mounted attenuators. The project details are in the attached proposal document 0902-90-176.pdf (Control 0902-90-176, Project CM 2026(885)).