Dawson County — CSJ 0068-05-039 — September 2026 Letting — State-Let Construction

The Texas Department of Transportation is soliciting state-let construction services for project STP 2027(127)HES on Highway US 87 in Dawson County. The scope of work includes roadway construction and maintenance tasks such as excavation, backfilling pavement edges, obliterating abandoned roadways, and applying emulsified asphalt treatment across approximately 225,616 square yards. A critical safety requirement is the deployment of a Temporary Speed Monitoring System, which must include two portable trailers equipped with noninvasive sensors, display panels, and a communication system compliant with NTCIP 1203 protocols. The contract is governed by the Texas Department of Transportation Standard Specifications adopted September 1, 2024, and incorporates strict federal requirements, including the Build America, Buy America Act, Davis-Bacon labor standards, and DBE program requirements under 49 CFR Part 26. Bidders must utilize official proposal forms and meet technical qualifications, E-Verify participation, and DBE commitments to avoid being deemed nonresponsive. Award decisions may be influenced by bid accuracy, the Department's internal estimates, and the best interests of the State. Acceptance of work is subject to inspection by the Engineer within two working days of notification, with a 30-day window for material testing and dispute resolution.