Kaufman County — CSJ 0095-03-100 — October 2026 Letting — State-Let Construction

The Texas Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for state-let construction on US 80 in Kaufman County under control number 0095-03-100. The primary scope of work involves bridge replacement and associated infrastructure improvements, including right-of-way preparation from station 707+85 to 761+59, asphalt sawing, concrete curb and gutter installation, and the placement of pipe underdrains. Key deliverables include the application of sand-colored tinted coatings to bridges and traffic barriers, the submission of a licensed engineer-sealed demolition plan for bridge structures, and the provision of shop drawings at least 30 days before construction. The project is governed by the September 1, 2024, TxDOT Standard Specifications and requires compliance with OSHA standards for lead-based paint and the Build America, Buy America Act. The solicitation is a competitive bidding process requiring a proposal guaranty of 100,000 dollars. Bids may be rejected based on technical disqualification, failure to submit DBE commitments, lack of participation in the DHS E-Verify system, or if the lowest bid exceeds the department estimate. Contractors must adhere to federal-aid construction provisions, including Form FHWA 1273, Davis-Bacon and Related Act wage requirements, and non-discrimination certifications. For extra work valued under 30,000 dollars, payment is processed via invoices of actual costs. All bidders must certify their authority to sign the proposal and confirm they have no objections to payment via bank wire transfer.