NTTA Board Approves $62M Maintenance Contract for PGBT and Mountain Creek Lake

The North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) is set to approve a significant contract for the routine maintenance of the President George Bush Turnpike (PGBT) and Mountain Creek Lake Bridal, with a proposed budget of approximately $62.8 million. This decision comes as part of NTTA's ongoing efforts to ensure the upkeep of its extensive roadway system, which spans around 1,200 lane miles across six counties.

During the meeting, officials highlighted that the maintenance will cover a stretch from Dickerson Parkway to I-20 in Grand Prairie, including all main lanes, frontage roads, ramps, and direct connections within the area. The contract will also encompass extensive landscape and turf maintenance, as well as various performance-based services such as litter removal, pavement repairs, and traffic operations maintenance.

The NTTA has been utilizing a mix of in-house crews and private contractors to maintain its roadways, fostering competition and supporting business continuity. Currently, there are four active Total Routine Maintenance (TRM) contracts in place, and this new contract will replace existing agreements set to expire in November.

The board previously approved the request to advertise for this project in April, and after opening bids in July, DCS Asset Maintenance LLC emerged as the lowest bidder. The contract is set for a term of six years and is budgeted annually within NTTA's operation and maintenance funds.

As the board prepares for the final contract approval, this initiative underscores NTTA's commitment to maintaining safe and efficient roadways for the North Texas community.