State let maintenance contract, erath CO, vegetation management

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has issued a state-level maintenance contract for vegetation management in Erath County, with the project spanning multiple counties including Erath, Hood, Somervell, and Johnson. The contract (Control Number 6487-89-001) focuses on highway maintenance along US Route 067, covering approximately 0.01 miles. The project has a comprehensive 365-calendar day completion timeline, with bids scheduled to be received and opened on November 6, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST. Potential contractors must submit proposals through the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) and Electronic Bidding System, with project inquiries directed to Sarah Horner at the TxDOT Stephenville office at (254) 459-7029. The project is identified with the Project Number RMC - A00216895 and will be administered through the TxDOT Austin Headquarters, with contractors expected to demonstrate capability in vegetation management and highway maintenance services.

The solicitation indicates a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) goal of 0%, suggesting limited restrictions on business size or type for potential bidders. The estimated project cost is $1,178,676.20, with a contract performance guaranty of $24,000.00. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, interested parties must carefully review the official project proposal, which takes precedence over any unofficial TxDOT web resources. Contractors should be prepared to meet the technical specifications and performance standards outlined in the full solicitation documents. The project represents a significant opportunity for firms specializing in highway maintenance and vegetation management, with a substantial budget that reflects the comprehensive nature of the required services across multiple counties in the region.