State let construction contract, hidalgo CO, hazard elimination & safety

The Texas Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for a state-let construction contract in Hidalgo County addressing hazard elimination and safety improvements, with bids due August 6, 2026.

The scope encompasses construction services to eliminate identified hazards and enhance safety conditions within the county, with detailed work requirements specified in the contract documents. Bidders must comply with state construction standards and specifications, prevailing wage requirements, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing public construction contracts. The contract may include set-asides for disadvantaged business enterprises or local contractors as applicable under Texas procurement rules.

Site visits and pre-bid meetings are available for interested contractors to review project conditions and clarify requirements prior to bid submission. The contract award is contingent upon competitive sealed bid evaluation and approval by county officials. Contractors will submit itemized bids based on the detailed scope of work and project specifications. Funding is derived from state and local sources designated for infrastructure safety improvements and hazard mitigation. The contract term extends through project completion as defined in the construction specifications.