Harris County — CSJ 0050-12-002 — June 2026 Letting — State-Let Construction

The contract under solicitation number 0050-12-002 is a state-let construction project issued by the Texas Department of Transportation for work in Harris County, with a letting scheduled for June 2026. The scope of work centers on highway and railroad infrastructure improvements, including the installation and maintenance of traffic signage, pavement markings, and delineation systems, all governed by TxDOT specifications such as D&OM(1)-25, TSR(4)-13, and SMD(SLIP-1)-08. Performance is to occur on-site at designated locations within the county, including railroad crossings and freeway corridors, with inspections and final acceptance conducted by TxDOT or FHWA representatives at the project location. The contract requires strict adherence to material standards including AASHTO test methods for asphalt and polymer-modified binders, and qualifications for personnel such as Level 1 and Level 2 Seal Coat Inspectors. Special provisions impose unique obligations including a requirement for the prime contractor to perform at least 30% of the work using its own workforce, a 50% cargo preference for U.S.-flag vessels on ocean shipments, and an on-the-job training program for minorities, women, and economically disadvantaged individuals with wage progression tied to skill development. Contractors must certify compliance with nondiscrimination and EEO reporting, submit Form 1295 if the contract value reaches $1 million, and ensure no conflicts of interest involving Texas Transportation Commission members. The Davis-Bacon Act applies, mandating payment of prevailing wages with certified payrolls submitted electronically, and liquidated damages may be assessed for unpaid wages. Despite the inclusion of multiple line-item codes and quantity references, actual pricing data is absent, and the contract value remains unspecified. The award process favors the lowest responsible bidder without a confirmed methodology, and proposals must be submitted in physical form by the letting date with accompanying financial statements and bid bonds, while electronic submission is allowed only under limited circumstances.