State let construction contract, grimes CO, drainage improvements

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is seeking bids for a state-let construction contract focusing on drainage improvements along State Highway 30 in Grimes County. The specific project, identified by Control Number 0212-04-049 and Project Number C 212-4-49, spans the area from CR 171 to 0.1 mile east of FM 244. Bids will be received and opened on March 4, 2025, at 1:00 PM, with a total project completion time requirement of 113 working days. Interested contractors can submit bids to TxDOT's Bryan office located at 2102 Tabor Road or their Austin headquarters. The project involves comprehensive drainage infrastructure improvements, with bidders expected to demonstrate technical expertise in highway construction and drainage system implementation. Questions regarding the project can be directed to James Robbins at either the Bryan or Austin office locations. The Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD), Electronic Bidding System, and project proposal serve as the official sources for all advertisement and bidding information, including potential addenda.

The contract opportunity has no specified Small Business Enterprise (SBE) goal requirement, indicating an open competitive bidding process without specific set-aside designations. The estimated project cost is $1,381,357.00, with a guaranty amount of $28,000.00, suggesting a mid-sized infrastructure investment. Potential bidders should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive construction capabilities, specifically in highway drainage improvement projects. The lack of explicit enterprise restrictions implies that qualified contractors from various business sizes and classifications can participate in the bidding process. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, contractors should be prepared to integrate with existing highway infrastructure and meet TxDOT's technical and performance standards. The project's budget and scope suggest a significant infrastructure enhancement initiative aimed at improving transportation infrastructure and drainage systems in the Grimes County area.