State let construction contract, fayette CO, bridge replacement

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is seeking bids for a state-level highway construction contract involving a bridge replacement project in Fayette County. Specifically, the contract (Control Number 0267-02-043, Project Number BR 2025(849)) covers a 0.319-mile segment on State Highway 159, extending from Rocky Creek to Structure Number 0267-02-022. The project requires a comprehensive bridge replacement with a total completion time of 224 working days. Bids will be received and opened on July 1, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST, with interested bidders directed to consult the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) and Electronic Bidding System for detailed proposal information. Potential bidders should contact Joe Morrow IV at the TxDOT Austin headquarters for specific questions related to the project. The contract requires bidders to demonstrate technical capability, construction expertise, and compliance with all state transportation infrastructure standards.

The contract includes a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal of 5.5%, indicating a specific commitment to supporting minority-owned business participation in the project. The estimated project cost is $4,057,944.10, with a required bid guaranty of $81,000.00. Bidders must be prepared to meet the DBE participation requirements and provide documentation demonstrating their ability to meet or exceed the established minority business enterprise goals. The procurement appears open to qualified construction firms with experience in bridge replacement and highway infrastructure projects. Potential respondents should carefully review all documentation in the project proposal, understanding that TxDOT webpages are considered unofficial and intended only for informational purposes. Interested contractors should prepare comprehensive proposals that address technical specifications, project timeline, cost structure, and minority business enterprise integration strategies.