Large Sign Replacement, US0059

The Texas Department of Transportation Atlanta District is requesting proposals for a Local Let Construction Contract for callout sign installation, repair, and removal across nine counties (Bowie, Camp, Cass, Harrison, Marion, Morris, Panola, Titus, and Upshur), with proposals due June 17, 2026.

The scope encompasses installation, repair, and removal of large and small signs on an as-needed work-order basis; drilling shafts for sign mounts (12-inch and 24-inch diameter); mobilization; portable changeable message signs; traffic management assistance; aluminum sign fabrication and replacement; roadside sign support assembly installation and repair; overhead sign support removal; tree and brush removal; and repair of sign supports and assemblies. Contractors must maintain specified material inventory throughout the contract duration, including six W6x9 steel beams, four W6x15 beams, three W18x18 beams, and ten SH 80 posts for small roadside signs. Work must commence within five calendar days of receiving a work order.

The contract term is 365 calendar days. Unit prices must be submitted for 22 bid items with quantities ranging from 1 to 5,000 units. Bidders must submit a proposal guaranty of $20,000 in the form of a cashier's check, teller's check, bank money order, or bid bond. The guaranty check is returned upon contract execution.

Contractors must submit an audited financial statement and experience questionnaire at least ten days prior to the letting date, comply with Davis-Bacon wage requirements, and utilize E-Verify for employment eligibility verification. Liquidated damages apply for failure to complete work within calculated working days based on established production rates. Contractors must contact utility companies before any boring or trenching work. The contract is identified as Control 6501-55-001, Project RMC-A00221510.