Traffic Signal Improvements Antilley Rd at Directors Pkwy

The City of Abilene, Texas, Engineering Division is requesting sealed bids for traffic signal improvements at the intersection of Antilley Road and Directors Parkway, with bids due June 23, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. and a pre-bid conference on June 16 at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall. The project involves alteration of an existing traffic signal to include flashing yellow arrows, signal backplates, and pedestrian facility improvements.

The scope encompasses 28 line items: mobilization and traffic handling; concrete curb and gutter installation; conduit and cable work; vehicle signal heads with LED technology in green, yellow, and red arrow configurations; pedestrian signal sections with countdown displays; aluminum backplates; traffic signal cables in various configurations; pedestrian pole assemblies; detector components; and a video detection system with cameras and cabling. The contractor must complete all work within twenty consecutive working days from Notice to Proceed.

Awards will use a best-value competitive bidding method considering price, bidder experience and reputation, quality of goods and services, historically underutilized business compliance impact, safety record, proposed personnel, financial capability, and past working relationships with the City. Prevailing wage rates established by federal wage determination TX20260046 (effective January 2, 2026) apply, ranging from $13.50 per hour for flaggers to $27.08 per hour for mechanics. The bid schedule includes an $18,000 lump sum allowance for City-directed change orders addressing legitimate project-related issues.

Statutory performance and payment bonds in the contract amount are required, along with a one-year maintenance bond. Bid security is not required; bids must remain open for 60 days following opening. The contractor must execute a Form 1295 Conflict of Interest Questionnaire and comply with Texas statutory verifications regarding boycotts of Israel, discrimination against firearm entities, and boycotts of energy companies. Insurance must comply with the City of Abilene's Standard Specifications for Construction (September 2006). Bids must include applicable taxes and fees. Complete technical specifications are available for $25.00 plus tax from the City's Accounting Department.