Rayburn - East 69kV Reroute Project - Transmission Line Construction

The City of Bryan, through Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU), is soliciting bids for the Rayburn‑East 69 kV transmission line reroute project. The work involves full construction of a new 69 kV overhead transmission line, including access roads, right‑of‑way clearing, overhead crossings, drilled‑pier and direct‑embed pole foundations, concrete and tubular steel pole structures, insulators, conductors, and removal of existing facilities. The contract term is twelve months with a performance schedule that starts construction on 4 January 2027 and ends with demobilization on 14 May 2027. A mandatory pre‑bid meeting is scheduled for 15 September 2026; questions must be submitted by 22 September 2026. Bids are due electronically (or sealed) by 2:00 PM on 30 September 2026. Liquidated damages of $5,000 per day apply for delays past 14 May 2027. BTU will retain 5 % of contract value until final acceptance, and a one‑year warranty follows final acceptance. • Scope: 69 kV overhead transmission line construction, including poles, foundations, conductors, insulators, access roads, and removal of existing line. • Location: Bryan, Texas (Brazos County). • Mandatory pre‑bid meeting: 15 Sep 2026, 9:30 AM CST (in‑person). • Bid submission deadline: 30 Sep 2026, 2:00 PM CST (electronic or sealed). • Questions due: 22 Sep 2026, 3:00 PM CST. • Construction period: 4 Jan 2027 – 14 May 2027 (≈4 months). • Contract length: 12 months with firm fixed prices. • Award anticipated: October 2026. • Performance security: Bid bond required; retainage 5 %. • Warranty: 1 year from final acceptance.