State let construction contract, JIM hogg CO, hazard elimination & safety

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is soliciting bids for a highway safety and hazard elimination construction project in Jim Hogg County, specifically on State Highway 16 between Tilley Street and Draper Street. This procurement is for a comprehensive highway improvement contract designated as Project Number STP 2024(626)FRS, with a total project completion time of 338 working days. The project involves infrastructure improvements aimed at enhancing roadway safety, with bids to be received and opened on June 4, 2025, at 1:00 PM. Potential bidders are required to submit a bid guaranty of $89,000.00 and must carefully review all official documentation, including the project proposal and any potential addenda. Interested contractors can obtain project details and seek clarifications by contacting Francisco Cantu at (956) 702-6155 or referencing materials available through the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) and Electronic Bidding System.

The contract includes a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal of 6.0%, indicating a commitment to promoting participation from minority-owned and small businesses in the procurement process. The total estimated project cost is $4,473,308.57, representing a significant infrastructure investment in Jim Hogg County's transportation infrastructure. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the DBE goal suggests an intentional approach to creating opportunities for diverse contractors. Bidders will likely need to demonstrate capabilities in highway construction, safety improvements, and compliance with state transportation standards. The procurement appears to be open to qualified construction firms with experience in highway infrastructure projects, with evaluation likely focused on technical capability, cost-effectiveness, and ability to meet the specified DBE participation requirements.