ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS TO CR 1354 & CR 1274 (Knollwood Drive)

This sealed‑bid solicitation from Smith County, Texas seeks a qualified contractor to perform comprehensive roadway improvements on County Roads 1354 (Running Meadows Subdivision) and 1274 (Knollwood Drive). The work includes right‑of‑way clearing, base repair, milling, optional prime coat, full‑width Hot Mix Asphalt Concrete (HMAC) overlay, traffic control, mailbox relocation, and final site cleanup. The contract is awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, with a fixed performance period of 90 calendar days after a notice to proceed. Bidders must provide a 5 % bid bond and, if awarded, a 100 % performance and payment bond (unless contract price < $25,000). The estimated project cost is $730,000. • Scope: clearing, base repair (to 8 in depth), milling (0‑2.5 in), optional prime coat, 2‑in HMAC overlay, traffic control, mailbox relocation, final cleanup. • Location: CR 1354 & CR 1274, Tyler, TX (Smith County). • Contract value: Engineer’s estimate $730,000 (bid bonds required). • Schedule: Bid opening Aug 27 2026; work must start within 10 days of award and be completed within 90 days. • Bonds: 5 % bid bond; 100 % performance & payment bonds (if contract ≥ $25k). • Submission: Sealed bids to Smith County Purchasing Dept., 200 E Ferguson, Suite 414, Tyler, TX 75702 by Aug 27 2026, 2:00 PM CT. • Mandatory pre‑bid: None listed; however, bidders are encouraged to attend a pre‑bid conference (date not specified). • Questions due: Aug 21 2026.