TxDOT Aviation Division- Notice to Bidders

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Aviation Division has issued a Notice to Bidders for airport improvements at the Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport in Temple, Bell County, Texas. The primary project scope involves extending Runway 3-21 and reconfiguring Taxiway D, with sealed bids to be received until 2:00 PM on July 31, 2025. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for 10:00 AM on July 17, 2025, at the airport location. Bidders are required to obtain plan sets free of charge from the TxDOT Plans Online website and must regularly check for potential addendums or changes. The project requires electronic submission of various contract documents through TxDOT's eGrants electronic grant management system, with bidders needing to provide a bid bond or cashier's check for 2% of the total bid price. Successful bidders must also be prepared to submit performance and payment bonds, demonstrating financial capability and commitment to project completion.

The procurement includes a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal of 6%, with bidders mandated to submit a DBE participation plan and commitment forms within 5 calendar days after bid opening. The contract is subject to multiple federal regulations, including the Civil Rights Act, Executive Order 11246, and the Aviation Safety and Capacity Expansion Act of 1990, which may impose additional compliance requirements on potential contractors. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the comprehensive nature of the airport infrastructure improvements suggests a substantial project investment. Potential bidders must be prepared to meet strict federal and state regulatory standards, possess significant aviation infrastructure experience, and demonstrate the technical and financial capacity to execute complex airport runway and taxiway modification projects. The multi-jurisdictional nature of the opportunity, involving both Bastrop County and Waco City, further underscores the strategic importance of this transportation infrastructure enhancement project.