PILLAR: Sustainable
AGENDA DATE: October 14, 2026
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): 1, 2, 5, 12
DEPARTMENT: Department of Transportation and Public Works
PRIORITY: Infrastructure
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SUBJECT
Title
Authorize a construction services contract for the 2024 Bond Traffic Signal Construction - Group 6 project to construct four new traffic signals at the intersections of Masters Drive at Checota Drive, Pear Ridge Drive at Haverwood Drive, Jefferson Boulevard at Van Buren Avenue, and Buckner Boulevard at Gross Road - EAR Telecommunications, LLC dba EARTC, lowest responsible bidder of seven - Not to exceed $1,522,225.10 - Financing: Street and Transportation (A) Fund (2024 General Obligation Bond Fund)
*In alignment with Vision Zero Plan.
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BACKGROUND
On July 2, 2026, bid specifications were developed and publicly advertised for competitive bids associated with the 2024 Bond Traffic Signal Construction - Group 6 project - Masters Drive at Checota Drive, Pear Ridge Drive at Haverwood Drive, Jefferson Boulevard at Van Buren Avenue, and Buckner Boulevard at Gross Road (CIZ26-TPW-4003). Bids were received and opened on July 24, 2026.
The following chart illustrates EAR Telecommunications, LLC dba EARTC's contractual activities with the City of Dallas for the past three years:
AVI DWU PKR TPW
Active Projects 0 0 0 6
Projects Completed 0 0 0 2
Change Orders 0 0 0 1
Projects Requiring Liquidated Damages 0 0 0 0
Projects Completed by Bonding Company 0 0 0 0
This action will authorize a construction services contract with EAR Telecommunications, LLC dba EARTC, to construct four new traffic signals at the intersections of Masters Drive at Checota Drive, Pear Ridge Drive at Haverwood Drive, Jefferson Boulevard at Van Buren Avenue, and Buckner Boulevard at Gross Road, in an amount not to exceed $1,522,225.10.
ESTIMATED SCHEDULE OF PROJECT
Begin Construction November 2026
Complete Construction August 2028
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
This item has no prior action.
FISCAL INFORMATION
|
Fund |
FY 2027 |
FY 2028 |
Future Years |
|
Street and Transportation (A) Fund (2024 General Obligation Bond Fund) |
$1,522,225.10 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |
Council District Amount
1 $ 380,556.27
2 $ 380,556.27
5 $ 380,556.28
12 $ 380,556.28
Total $1,522,225.10
LOCAL PARTICIPATION
|
Prime |
Status |
Workforce % |
|
EAR Telecommunications, LLC dba EARTC |
Local |
65.33% |
PROCUREMENT INFORMATION
The following seven bids were received and opened on July 24, 2026:
*Denotes successful bidder.
Bidders Amount
*EAR Telecommunications, LLC dba EARTC $1,522,225.10
14719 US Highway 290 East, Suite 106
Manor, Texas 78653
Elecnor Belco $1,633,926.20
Roadway Solutions $1,699,978.00
Highway Intelligent Traffic Solutions $1,792,608.46
Texas Standard Construction, Ltd. $1,802,146.16
Road Solutions $1,977,338.44
Albatross Construction, LLC $2,570,058.32
OWNER/EXECUTIVE
EAR Telecommunications, LLC dba EARTC
Carlos Reyes, President
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