Ellis County — CSJ 0048-04-111 — December 2026 Letting — State-Let Construction

The Texas Department of Transportation has issued solicitation 0048-04-111 for state-let construction involving the rehabilitation of IH 35 in Ellis County. The project scope focuses on full-depth concrete repair and pavement marking for a section extending approximately 11.065 miles from US 77 South to US 77 North, encompassing both roadway and bridge work. Key deliverables include the cleaning and sealing of existing bridge joints, full-depth deck repair, and the implementation of a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan and Environmental Permits, Issues and Commitments. The project also requires specific railroad coordination, including temporary shoring designed for Cooper E80 live load surcharge and the provision of mandatory insurance policies for involved railroad companies. Construction is scheduled for a standard workweek with required nighttime operations occurring Sunday through Thursday between 9:00 P.M. and 5:00 A.M. The contractor must submit a baseline Critical Path Method schedule in P6 format and provide daily work schedules to the engineer. Notable contract terms include a 60-day convenience delay for mobilization, lane assessment fees, and potential lane closure restrictions during designated holiday windows. All work must adhere to TxDOT Standard Specifications, OSHA excavation shoring requirements, and BNSF/UPRR guidelines. The total estimated value for the project is 1,657,780, with a response deadline of December 1, 2026.