TxDOT Aviation Division- Notice to Bidders

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Aviation Division has issued a Notice to Bidders for the Statewide Electrical Grouping Alpha-REBID project, seeking sealed bids for comprehensive airport infrastructure improvements across multiple Texas locations. The procurement involves extensive airfield electrical system replacements, including MIRLs (Medium Intensity Runway Lights), electrical vault upgrades, airfield signage installations, and a new rotating beacon tower. These improvements will span several cities and counties, including Rockport, Smithville, Gonzales, Edna, and Terrell. Bids will be received until 1 PM on September 24, 2025, at the TxDOT Aviation Division office in Austin, with a mandatory virtual pre-bid conference scheduled for September 10, 2025, at 11 AM. Bidders must submit a comprehensive package of documentation, including a completed Bid Form, Bid Bond, various certifications, and detailed project plans demonstrating technical capability to execute the complex electrical infrastructure upgrades.

The solicitation includes a 2% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal, requiring bidders to submit a DBE participation plan and commitment forms within 5 calendar days after bid opening. Bidders must provide a cashier's check or bid bond for 2% of the total bid price as a bid guarantee. The project is federally funded and subject to regulations including the Civil Rights Act and Executive Order 11246, which may impose additional compliance requirements. Successful bidders will be required to furnish Performance and Payment Bonds and utilize the eGrants electronic grant management system for contract documentation. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the electrical system replacements across multiple locations suggests a substantial project value. The procurement appears open to qualified contractors with expertise in airport electrical infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on DBE participation and federal regulatory compliance.