Galveston County — CSJ 0500-04-145 — December 2026 Letting — State-Let Construction

The Texas Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for state-let construction under solicitation number 0500-04-145, with a response deadline of December 1, 2026. The project involves the construction of a noise barrier on IH 45 in Galveston County, spanning from Clear Creek to FM 518. The scope of work covers a total project length of 1,860 feet and includes grading, stabilized base installation, foundation structures, sodding, and the installation of 14-foot sound walls featuring Towlay Ashlar Stone texture. The contractor is required to implement a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan and submit electronically signed and sealed shop drawings for the sound barrier walls. Key operational requirements include strict adherence to TxDOT specifications and USACE permit areas. The contractor is responsible for quality control, utility coordination, and the replacement of any removed fences within 14 calendar days of completion. Financial provisions include a lane closure assessment fee of 500 dollars per lane per hour for obstructions overlapping into restricted hour traffic, while Special Provision 008-004 allows for contractor convenience regarding mobilization and material fabrication. Safety mandates emphasize high-voltage line proximity laws and the proper labeling of hazardous materials.