Fence Replacement in Overton, TX

Texas A&M AgriLife Research is seeking bids to replace existing fencing at its Overton Research & Extension Center. The scope includes removal of existing fence, clearing of vegetation for a 20‑ft right‑of‑way, installation of approximately 80,000 ft of 6‑strand barbed‑wire fence with 75 × 16‑ft cattle gates and 17 water‑gap openings, and installation of about 1,735 ft of 8‑ft high‑game wire‑mesh fence with two double gates. Bidders must submit unit‑price proposals, a detailed cost breakdown, a subcontracting plan, and proof of required insurance and bonding. A mandatory subcontracting webinar is scheduled for 18 Sept 2026, and the sealed‑bid deadline is 7 Oct 2026 (extended). • Replace ~80 k ft of 6‑strand barbed‑wire fence, install 75 cattle gates and 17 water‑gaps. • Install ~1.735 k ft of 8‑ft wire‑mesh high‑game fence with two double gates. • Remove existing fence, clear trees/bushes for a 20‑ft ROW, and provide all labor, materials, equipment. • Required submissions: cost breakdown, subcontracting plan, insurance certificates, performance & payment bonds (>$25 k payment bond, >$100 k performance bond).