State let construction contract, harris CO, landscape development

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is soliciting bids for a state-let construction contract focused on landscape development along Interstate Highway 69 in Harris County. The project, identified by control number 0177-11-167 and project number F 2025(928), involves comprehensive landscape work between Jefferson Street and Buffalo Bayou. The contract specifies a development timeline of 135 working days, with bids to be received and opened on August 8, 2025, at 1:00 PM. Potential bidders are required to utilize the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) and Electronic Bidding System for official project information and proposal submission. The project's key deliverables include landscape development and associated construction work, with bidders expected to demonstrate technical capability and adherence to project specifications. Interested parties can direct technical questions to Jamal Elahi, P.E., at TxDOT Austin Headquarters, reachable at (512) 416-2498. The official bid submission location is 702 FM 1959, Houston, TX 77034.

The contract includes a $45,000 guaranty and has an estimated project cost of $2,247,555.26. Notably, the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal is set at 0.0%, indicating no specific set-aside requirements for minority or small businesses. The procurement process emphasizes that TxDOT's webpages are unofficial and intended for informational purposes only, with the ESBD and Electronic Bidding System serving as the authoritative sources for project details. While no incumbent vendors are specified in the documentation, potential bidders should be prepared to provide comprehensive landscape development capabilities for the designated highway segment. The contract represents a significant infrastructure improvement project in Harris County, requiring specialized construction and landscaping expertise. Prospective contractors should carefully review the full project proposal and ensure compliance with all TxDOT specifications and requirements.