Bell County — CSJ 6504-87-001 — October 2026 Letting — State-Let Maintenance

The Texas Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for a state-let maintenance contract, identified as CSJ 6504-87-001 and Project No. RMC 650487001, for the installation, repair, and upgrading of metal beam guard fences and bridge rails. The scope of work covers various roadways within the highway right of way across Bell, Coryell, Bosque, and Hamilton Counties, including potential work on IH 35 and Highway US 190. This non-site-specific contract is structured around multiple work orders, with a specific requirement for a 48-hour response time for emergency mobilization. The project must be completed within 365 calendar days, and the contractor is required to provide weekly work schedules to the Engineer. Bidders must provide unit prices for various items, including W-beam and thrie-beam rail replacement, guardrail end treatment systems, and cable release posts. A proposal guaranty of 18,000 dollars is required. The contract adheres to the September 1, 2024, TxDOT Standard Specifications and incorporates federal requirements, including Form FHWA 1273, Davis-Bacon and Related Act provisions, and strict non-discrimination certifications. Key administrative requirements include the submission of weekly certified payrolls with a signed Statement of Compliance and the certification of a Contractor Responsible Person by approved organizations such as TEEX or ATSSA. Performance will be monitored through interim evaluations and a final evaluation at project closeout, with the potential for Project Recovery Plans or Corrective Action Plans if standards are not met.