ITB - Installation and Modification of Traffic Signal Systems and Related Improvements for Harris County Precinct 4 (FHWA)

Harris County, Texas is requesting bids for installation and modification of traffic signal systems and related improvements along North Eldridge Parkway for Harris County Precinct 4 under federal-aid IFB, with bids due August 3, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. CST. The project is funded in whole or in part by federal grant monies from the Texas General Land Office, Federal Emergency Management Agency, and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and shall comply with 2 CFR 200 procurement standards. Contractors must demonstrate HUB/MWBE participation and comply with Build America, Buy America Act requirements.

The scope includes converting existing span wire signals to mast arm signals, re-striping crosswalks to county design standards, and installing ADA ramps with sidewalk connectivity. Project completion is required within 720 consecutive calendar days from Notice to Proceed, with normal working hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST. Liquidated damages are assessed at $1,200 per calendar day for delays beyond the specified completion date.

A bid bond equal to 5 percent of the total contract price is required for contracts exceeding $100,000. Performance and payment bonds are mandated per Texas Government Code requirements. Harris County retains up to 20 percent of contract funds pending supplemental inspection at least 30 days after completion. Payment terms are Net 30 from invoice receipt. Davis-Bacon or prevailing wage rates apply if applicable; contractors must comply with Harris County's minimum wage policy currently set at $21.65 per hour. All subcontractors require county approval prior to use.

A pre-bid teleconference is scheduled for July 21, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. CST; attendance is encouraged but not mandatory. Written questions are due by July 24, 2026. Bids will open publicly via Microsoft Teams on August 3. Harris County reserves the right to extend the bid deadline through written addendum.