TxDOT Aviation Division- Notice to Bidders

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Aviation Division is seeking bids for comprehensive airport improvements at Yoakum Municipal Airport, located in Upton County, Texas. The procurement involves rehabilitating, overlaying, and marking Runway 13-31, along with associated infrastructure upgrades including connecting Taxiway, Turnouts, Apron, and drainage improvements. Sealed bids will be accepted until 2:00 PM on October 8, 2025, with a mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for September 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Yoakum City Hall. Bidders must submit a bid security of 2% of the total bid price, which can be in the form of a cashier's check, money order, or bid bond. Bidding documents are available for examination at The C. T. Brannon Corporation in Tyler, Texas, with plan sets obtainable free of charge from TxDOT's Plans Online website. The successful bidder will be required to provide Performance and Payment Bonds for the full contract amount.

The procurement emphasizes opportunities for Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB), requiring bidders to submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan as part of their proposal. TxDOT is committed to ensuring compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, promoting fair opportunities for disadvantaged business enterprises and prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, or national origin. The project will utilize the eGrants electronic grant management system, mandating that the awarded bidder electronically submit various contract documents. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the airport improvements suggests a significant infrastructure investment. Potential bidders should be prepared to demonstrate expertise in airport runway rehabilitation, infrastructure construction, and the ability to meet stringent federal and state procurement guidelines, with a particular focus on supporting minority and disadvantaged business participation.