Shady-East SH6 TxDOT 69kV Crossing Project

The City of Bryan’s municipally‑owned utility (Bryan Texas Utilities) is seeking qualified contractors to design, supply, install, and commission a new 69 kV overhead transmission crossing on State Highway 6 (Shady‑East segment). The scope includes site preparation, drilled‑pier and direct‑embed pole foundations, tubular steel pole structures, insulators, conductors, removal of existing structures, and full energization by November 15 2026. Bidders must attend a mandatory pre‑bid meeting and site walk on August 11, submit a bid bond (≥ 5 % of price), and provide all required qualifications, insurance, and performance/payment bonds. The contract will be awarded the week of September 28 2026, with construction commencing shortly thereafter and a contingency of 20 % of the base bid included. • Mandatory pre‑bid meeting & site visit on 08/11/2026 (CST) • Bid submission deadline: 02:00 PM CST, 08/31/2026 (electronic or sealed) • Project completion (energization) required by 11/15/2026 • Required bid bond: ≥ 5 % of total bid price • Contractor must provide ≥ 50 % of labor with own crew; remaining work may be subcontracted • Contingency allowance: 20 % of base bid • Estimated contract value likely in the low‑to‑mid‑millions (see payout estimate)