State let construction contract, gregg CO, widen road - add lanes

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has issued a state-level construction contract for highway improvement in Gregg County, specifically focusing on widening FM 2275 and adding lanes. The project will span from FM 3272 in White Oak to FM 1845 (Pine Tree Road) in Longview, with a total project completion time of 473 calendar days. Bidders are required to submit proposals by August 7, 2025, at 1:00 PM, using the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) and Electronic Bidding System as the official sources of bidding information. Interested parties can obtain additional project details by contacting Kyle Dykes at (903) 569-2349. The contract requires a contract guaranty of $100,000.00, and bidders should carefully review the project proposal, which contains comprehensive specifications and requirements for the road widening and lane addition project.

The contract includes a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal of 4.0%, indicating a commitment to supporting minority and small business participation in the project. The estimated project cost is $25,999,390.20, providing potential bidders with a clear understanding of the project's financial scope. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract appears open to qualified construction firms with experience in highway infrastructure development. The project will require integration with existing road infrastructure in Gregg County, and bidders should demonstrate technical capabilities in road widening, lane addition, and highway construction. Prospective contractors will need to meet TxDOT's technical specifications, safety standards, and compliance requirements to be considered for the contract.