LOCAL LET MAINTENANCE CONTRACT, SMITH CO, TREE TRIMMING AND BRUSH REMOVAL

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is seeking pre‑qualified contractors to perform tree trimming and brush removal along a 0.01‑mile segment of US 0069 in Smith County. The work is a local let maintenance contract with an estimated cost of $260,372 and must be completed within 125 working days. Bids are due by 10:00 AM on September 16, 2026, and will be opened at the same time. The contract includes a $5,000 guaranty and a small SBE goal (0%). Interested parties must submit bids to the TxDOT Maintenance Contract Office in Tyler, TX. • Scope: Tree trimming and brush removal on US 0069, Smith County (0.01 mi). • Estimated contract value: $260,372. • Completion timeline: 125 working days from award. • Bid deadline: 10:00 AM September 16, 2026 (same day opening). • Submission location: TxDOT Maintenance Contract Office, Tyler District, 2709 W Front St, Tyler, TX 75702‑0000. • Contact for questions: Josh Fulton, (903) 509‑9066. • Pre‑qualification required; bidding limited to qualified contractors.