State let construction contract, falls CO, install illumination

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is soliciting competitive bids for a state let construction contract in Falls County on US Highway 77, designated as project number STP 2026(303)HES. This procurement involves the installation of illumination infrastructure, with work required to be completed within 45 working days of contract award. Bidders must submit sealed bids by 1:00 PM EST on February 4, 2026, to TxDOT's Austin Headquarters located at 6230 E Stassney Lane, Room MIC3.02, Austin, TX 78744-3147. The project limits extend along State Highway 77 from State Highway 320 to State Highway 320. All bidding information and requirements are contained in the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD), the Electronic Bidding System, and the official project proposal, with all addenda taking precedence over any unofficial TxDOT webpages. Prospective bidders seeking clarification should contact Josh Voiles at (254) 582-5432 or (512) 416-2498 at the local TxDOT office in Hillsboro, TX 76645.

The contract carries an estimated value of $727,174.98 and requires a guaranty of $15,000.00 from the successful bidder. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions limiting the types of organizations eligible to respond, as the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal for this project is 0.0%. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or specific technology integration requirements are identified in the project documentation. Bids will be publicly opened on February 4, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST at the same location where sealed bids are submitted. Qualified construction contractors with experience in highway illumination infrastructure installation should prepare their proposals in accordance with all official bidding documents and requirements.