State let construction contract, tarrant CO, install intelligent vehicle highway system

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is soliciting bids for a state-let construction contract focused on installing an Intelligent Vehicle Highway System (IVHS) in Tarrant County. The project specifically involves infrastructure improvements on US 287, spanning from the southbound off-ramp to Riverside Drive and extending to Village Creek Road. Bidders will be required to complete the infrastructure installation within 117 working days, with proposals due and bids to be opened on August 8, 2025, at 1:00 PM. A bid guaranty of $33,000.00 is mandatory for participation, and interested contractors must submit their proposals through the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) and Electronic Bidding System. The project requires detailed technical capabilities for highway infrastructure enhancement, with contractors expected to demonstrate expertise in intelligent transportation system implementation. Potential bidders should contact Theresa Poer at TxDOT Austin Headquarters at (512) 416-2498 for specific project inquiries.

The contract includes a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal of 3.5%, indicating a commitment to supporting minority and small business participation in the procurement process. The total estimated project cost is $1,635,483.90, funded through the State Transportation Program under project number STP 2025(941)HES. While no incumbent vendors are specifically identified, the solicitation emphasizes that potential bidders should rely exclusively on official sources for comprehensive project details, with TxDOT website information considered unofficial. Contractors must be prepared to integrate new IVHS technologies with existing highway infrastructure, demonstrating technical proficiency and adaptability. The procurement process appears structured to ensure competitive bidding while maintaining high standards for technical capability and infrastructure enhancement in the Tarrant County region.