Invitation to bid - IW249046

This Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) requests competitive bidding for bridge maintenance and repair services on a state highway project, specifically for structural steel repair, concrete restoration, painting, and related bridge work on IH-249 in the Houston metropolitan area. The primary objectives include inspection, assessment, and comprehensive rehabilitation of existing bridge infrastructure to maintain structural integrity and safety standards. The solicitation was posted on April 23, 2026, with responses due by May 8, 2026. Qualified contractors must demonstrate extensive experience with bridge rehabilitation work, maintain current licensure and certifications as required by Texas transportation regulations, and meet bonding and insurance requirements specified in the bid documents. Pricing shall be submitted on both unit cost and lump sum bases as detailed in the bid schedule, with payment contingent upon completion of work meeting all contract specifications and quality standards. Contractors are required to comply with safety compliance provisions, environmental protection requirements, and adherence to all applicable federal and state transportation standards. The contract term includes the initial project period with potential for extension based on performance and funding availability.

The solicitation documents do not identify specific set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or incumbent vendors applicable to this procurement. No existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements are specified in the available documentation. The project is funded through the State Highway Fund and federal transportation assistance programs; however, no explicit award value or budget range is provided in the posted materials. Interested bidders must submit their name, address, fax number, and email address to the TxDOT contact person to ensure receipt of any solicitation amendments, as the agency assumes no responsibility for bidders who fail to receive modifications due to incomplete contact information. All standard TxDOT procurement procedures apply, with awards anticipated following evaluation of responsive proposals from qualified contractors meeting the specified requirements.