State let construction contract, starr CO, bridge replacement

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is seeking bids for a State Let Construction Contract focused on bridge replacement in Starr County. The project involves replacing two bridges on Loma Blanca Road: one at Del Puerto Creek (NBI #212140AA0101002) and another at Los Barrosos Creek (NBI #21214AA0101001). Bidders must submit proposals by January 7, 2025, at 1:00 PM, with bid opening scheduled for the same time. The contract requires completion within 63 working days and can be submitted to either TxDOT's Pharr office or the Austin headquarters. Potential bidders must use the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) and Electronic Bidding System for all official bidding information and documentation. The project is identified under project numbers BR 2024(493) and BR 2024(479), with Francisco Cantu serving as the primary contact at the Pharr office.

There are no specific set-aside designations or Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goals for this contract. The estimated project cost is $659,164.24, with bidders required to provide a guaranty of $13,000.00. Interested contractors should be prepared to meet the technical specifications for bridge replacement, including structural engineering requirements and local transportation infrastructure standards. The project does not appear to have restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, suggesting open competition among qualified contractors. Bidders will need to demonstrate capability in bridge construction, adherence to TxDOT specifications, and ability to complete the project within the specified 63 working days. The contract represents a targeted infrastructure improvement project in Starr County, focusing on critical transportation infrastructure replacement.