STATE LET CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT, DALLAS CO, COOPERATIVE AND AUTOMATED TRANSPORTATION

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is soliciting bids for a State Let construction contract covering a 54.210‑mile segment of Interstate 45 in Dallas County and adjacent counties. The scope is classified as “Cooperative and Automated Transportation,” indicating installation of advanced traffic management, communication, and possibly automated vehicle support infrastructure. The contract’s estimated cost is $33.24 million, with a guaranteed performance bond of $100,000. Bidders must submit sealed bids by 1:00 PM on October 7, 2026. The project must be completed within 480 working days after award. No DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) requirement is imposed. • Location: Dallas County, TX (IH‑45 corridor) – multiple sub‑segments across Ellis, Navarro, and surrounding districts. • Contract type: State Let – competitive bid (Invitation for Bid). • Estimated contract value: $33.2 M. • Completion time: 480 working days (~16 months). • Required bond: $100,000 guarantee. • No mandatory pre‑bid meeting or site visit. • Contact for questions: Christopher Blain, (214) 319‑6574. • Submission deadline: 1:00 PM, 7 Oct 2026 (bids opened same time).