State let construction contract, starr CO, new arterial

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has issued a state-level construction contract for a new arterial roadway project in Starr County, Texas. The contract involves constructing a 4.36-mile section of SL 195, extending from FM 3167 to FM 755, with project control number 3632-01-001. The procurement requires a comprehensive highway infrastructure development, with specific deliverables including roadway construction, associated infrastructure, and complete project implementation. Bids for this contract will be received and opened on September 5, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST, with a total project completion timeline of 662 working days. Potential bidders are required to utilize the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) and Electronic Bidding System for official procurement information, with the project proposal serving as the primary reference document. Interested contractors must demonstrate capability to execute a complex transportation infrastructure project, with technical competence and proven experience in highway construction being critical evaluation criteria.

The contract includes a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal of 11.0%, indicating a commitment to supporting minority and small business participation in the procurement process. The total estimated contract value is $75,006,464.81, with a required bid guaranty of $100,000. Bidders must comply with specific DBE participation requirements and demonstrate their ability to meet or exceed the designated percentage of minority business involvement. The primary contact for this procurement is Francisco Cantu from the 21st District TxDOT headquarters in Pharr, Texas, who can be reached at (956) 848-5006 for additional information or clarification. Potential respondents should be prepared to provide comprehensive documentation of their technical capabilities, financial stability, and previous experience in similar large-scale transportation infrastructure projects. The procurement appears to be funded through state transportation infrastructure sources, suggesting potential opportunities for local and regional contractors with appropriate qualifications and capabilities.