Erath County — CSJ 0314-04-036 — July 2026 Letting — State-Let Construction

The contract pertains to a state-let construction project in Erath, Texas, solicited by the Texas Department of Transportation under solicitation number 0314-04-036, with a letting date of July 1, 2026. The project, classified under NAICS code 237310, involves comprehensive roadway construction and rehabilitation work including concrete removal, pavement planning and texturing, flowable backfill, epoxy waterproofing, installation and replacement of pavement marking, crack sealing, tree trimming, and drainage improvements. The work must be completed within 144 working days, with strict performance restrictions on lane closures: single-lane closures are limited to off-peak hours on weekdays and anytime on weekends, while multiple-lane closures are restricted to nighttime hours between 9 PM and 6 AM unless otherwise noted in the plans. All work must adhere to TxDOT standards, including submission of electronic shop drawings in 11” x 17” format with half-inch margins, and require the presence of a competent, full-time superintendent authorized to direct the project. The contract incorporates numerous federal and state compliance requirements, including adherence to the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title VI nondiscrimination provisions, and 23 U.S.C. 140, as well as mandates under 23 CFR Part 635 for safety and health. Contractors must comply with the Cargo Preference Act, maintain participation in the DHS E-Verify system, and are subject to Texas-specific certifications regarding child support obligations and non-discrimination against firearm entities. Although the DBE participation goal is set at 0%, bidders must still submit documentation affirming compliance with federal and state equal opportunity regulations, including certifications under 29 CFR and 41 CFR parts, and must execute Form FHWA 1273 and other required forms such as the SF-LLL-A, Form 1818, and Form 2806. Bids are subject to strict pass/fail gates: failure to meet requirements on submission timing, authorized signature, proposal guaranty, bid integrity, technical qualifications, DBE commitment, E-Verify participation, or mathematical balance will result in immediate rejection. The award will follow a low-bid selection process, and the contractor must submit audited financial statements and an experience questionnaire at least ten days prior to the letting. Project plans and addenda, including a critical addendum dated June 29, 2026,