Polk County — CSJ 0177-01-121 — June 2026 Letting — State-Let Construction

The contract pertains to a state-let construction project in Polk County, Texas, under the solicitation number 0177-01-121, with a letting date of June 2026, administered by the Texas Department of Transportation. The work is federally aided and governed by federal procurement rules, including compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wages, the Buy America Act requiring domestic material sourcing documented via Forms 1818 and 2806, and the Cargo Preference Act mandating that at least half of ocean freight be carried on U.S.-flag vessels. Contractors must adhere to strict performance standards outlined in TxDOT specifications and 23 CFR Part 635, with acceptance of materials subject to rigorous testing criteria such as asphalt binder viscosity per AASHTO T 201/T 202/T 316, dynamic shear rheometer limits, and bending beam rheometer thresholds for creep stiffness. Inspections occur both in the field and at the designated curing facility in Livingston, Texas, with the contractor responsible for compliance and the state retaining oversight authority. The contract requires adherence to numerous special provisions, including nondiscrimination and affirmative action pursuant to Executive Order 11246, an on-the-job training program with reimbursement for trainees at progressive wage rates, DBE participation goals set at zero percent, and mandatory use of E-Verify for all new hires. Contractors must submit certified payrolls weekly, retain records for three years post-completion, and disclose any financial interests through Form 1295. A schedule of liquidated damages applies for failure to meet deadlines, and noncompliance may lead to withholding of payments, contract termination, or debarment. The scope of work includes excavation, embankment, concrete removal, sodding, and construction of exits and curb and gutter structures, with pricing submitted in unit quantities but without numeric values specified. Proposals must be submitted via TxDOT’s Form 234-B I-61-5M, using either handwritten or computer-printed formats with exact “DOLLARS and CENTS” notation, and must include a bid bond and DBE commitments. No formal evaluation factors, cost breakdowns, payment office details, or specific packaging and marking requirements are provided, and no unique entity ID or socioeconomic certifications are required for submission.