TxDOT Aviation Division- Notice to Bidders

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Aviation Division is soliciting sealed bids for construction improvements at Liberty Municipal Airport through Solicitation No. NTB2520LBRTY00002. The primary project scope involves wildlife exclusion fence construction, with specific technical requirements and federal compliance standards. Sealed bids are due by 2:00 PM on March 20, 2025, and must be delivered directly to TxDOT Aviation Division in Austin, Texas. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for March 06, 2025, at Liberty City Hall, where potential bidders can obtain additional project details. Bidding documents can be examined at KSA in Sugar Land, Texas, with project plan sets available free of charge through TxDOT's Plans Online website. Bidders are required to submit comprehensive documentation including a Bid Form, Bid Bond with Power of Attorney, Required Language for AIP Contracts, various federal certifications, and specific project-related forms. The bid submission must include a bid guarantee of 2% of the total bid price, which can be provided as a cashier's check, money order, teller's check, or bid bond.

The procurement includes a 4% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal, with DBE participation plans required within 5 calendar days after bid opening. The project is subject to federal regulations including 49 CFR Part 26 and Executive Order 11246, and will utilize the eGrants electronic grant management system for project administration. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the requirement for a 2% bid guarantee suggests a substantial project value. Eligible bidders must demonstrate compliance with federal contracting regulations, DBE participation requirements, and provide comprehensive documentation showing technical capability and financial stability. The project is specifically located in Liberty County, Texas, and appears to be funded through federal aviation infrastructure improvement programs. Potential bidders should carefully review all documentation, ensure full compliance with federal and state procurement regulations, and prepare detailed submissions that comprehensively address all technical and administrative requirements outlined in the solicitation documents.