Hidalgo County — CSJ 0921-02-534 — June 2026 Letting — State-Let Construction

Hidalgo County project CSJ 0921-02-534 is a state-let construction solicitation issued by the Texas Department of Transportation for a Federal-aid highway project involving the construction of an 8-foot-wide sidewalk and installation of a new traffic signal along Freddy Gonzalez Dr. to Closner Blvd. on a 0.25-acre site. The work includes site preparation, utility installation, stormwater pollution prevention planning, and compliance with TxDOT Standard Specifications as of September 1, 2024, along with adherence to the National Electrical Code, NEMA, UL/NRL standards, TMUTCD, MASH, and ANSI 107-2004 for high-visibility apparel. Key deliverables encompass traffic signal pole assemblies, electrical conduits, grounding systems, and certified payroll submissions under the Davis-Bacon Act, with weekly submissions required via Optional Form WH-347 and records retention for three years post-completion. The solicitation mandates strict compliance with labor, safety, procurement, and data security regulations, including adherence to Executive Order 11246 for nondiscrimination and affirmative action in employment, enforcement of prevailing wage rates, and inclusion of equal employment opportunity clauses in all subcontracts. Contractors must ensure key personnel are direct employees with full authority over construction operations, and subcontracting is prohibited without written consent from the contracting officer. Foreign iron and steel products are restricted unless their value is under 0.1% of contract cost or $2,500, and all shipments must comply with the Cargo Preference Act using U.S.-flag vessels. Data security requirements compel contractors to safeguard TxDOT data in all subcontracts and report breaches immediately. Inspection and acceptance are performed on-site under government oversight, with material compliance verified through ASTM, AASHTO, and TxDOT test methods, including BBR and DSR tests for asphalt. Proposals must follow a prescribed format with no alterations, include a bid bond and required certifications, and be submitted by the June 1, 2026 deadline, with no numeric pricing provided in the solicitation, leaving contract value undefined. All parties must register and maintain active SAM.gov records, and failure to comply with any contractual terms may result in termination, debarment, or prosecution under the False Claims Act.