State let construction contract, cass CO, rehabilitate existing roadway

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is soliciting bids for a state highway construction contract focused on roadway rehabilitation in Cass and Marion Counties. The project specifically involves rehabilitating an existing roadway along State Highway 49, spanning a total of 5.351 miles across two segments: 0.1 miles east of SH 155 in Cass County (1.451 miles) and from Cass County Line to FM 1969 in Marion County (3.9 miles). Potential bidders must submit sealed proposals by October 8, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST, with a required bid guaranty of $100,000.00. The contract has a projected completion timeline of 406 working days, with an estimated total project cost of $13,279,127.98. Interested contractors should submit their proposals through the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) and Electronic Bidding System, with project inquiries directed to Jacob Vise at the TxDOT Austin Headquarters.

The contract features a 0.0% Small Business Enterprise (SBE) goal, indicating no specific set-aside requirements for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must rely exclusively on the ESBD, Electronic Bidding System, and project proposal for accurate bidding information. The procurement is open to qualified contractors capable of executing a comprehensive highway rehabilitation project, with no explicit restrictions on organizational type. Potential vendors should be prepared to demonstrate technical capabilities, past performance in similar infrastructure projects, and financial stability. The substantial project budget of $13,279,127.98 suggests this is a significant infrastructure investment requiring extensive engineering, construction, and project management expertise. Contractors interested in this opportunity should carefully review all documentation and ensure compliance with TxDOT's technical specifications and performance requirements.