State let construction contract, caldwell CO, resurface roadway

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is soliciting bids for a state highway construction contract in Caldwell County, specifically focused on resurfacing State Highway 142. The project encompasses a total roadway length of 1.948 miles, spanning from Church Street to Borchert Loop, with a project control number 0384-01-024 and project number F 2025(950). Interested contractors will be required to complete the roadway resurfacing within 80 working days, with bids to be received and opened on August 7, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST. Potential bidders must utilize the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) and Electronic Bidding System for official advertisement and bidding information. To participate, contractors must submit a bid guaranty of $43,000.00 and demonstrate the technical capability to execute the highway resurfacing project. Prospective bidders with technical questions can contact Diana Schulze at the TxDOT Austin Headquarters at (512) 308-4468 for additional project details and clarifications.

The contract includes a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal of 5.0%, indicating a commitment to supporting minority and small business participation in the procurement process. The estimated project cost is $2,154,843.03, providing potential bidders with a clear understanding of the project's financial scope. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation, the DBE goal suggests an intentional effort to create opportunities for underrepresented businesses in the highway construction sector. The project requires contractors to have expertise in roadway resurfacing, with the ability to complete the work within the specified 80-day timeline. Interested firms must be prepared to navigate the electronic bidding system, provide the required bid guaranty, and meet the technical specifications outlined in the project proposal. The contract represents a significant infrastructure improvement opportunity in Caldwell County, focusing on enhancing the quality and safety of State Highway 142.