11-General Notices, Notes and Information.pdf
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- ITB - High-Density Polyethylene Pipe (HDPE) and Related Items for Harris County Precinct 3
- Solicitation number
- 25/0329
- Issued by
- Harris County, Texas
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This is a General Notices and Information document prepared by Harris County, Texas, for an Invitation to Bid (ITB) soliciting supply of High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipe and related items for Precinct 3. The contract will operate on a one-year term with options for up to four additional one-year renewals, with an anticipated start date of February 1, 2026. The vendor shall supply HDPE pipe of various sizes and deliver materials to multiple Harris County job sites within Precinct 3 on an as-needed basis under F.O.B. Job Site terms. The vendor is responsible for all transportation, handling, and freight costs, with delivery required within 36 hours anywhere within Precinct 3 limits. Bidders must identify material supply locations on a Material Supply Location List and are encouraged to maintain multiple supply locations across various regions of Precinct 3. Harris County reserves the right to order materials in any quantity at the unit prices bid and will issue a Purchase Order for each contract term in the amount of the Precinct's budget, with supplemental orders issued as needed.
Pricing shall be submitted on a unit price basis for bid comparison purposes, with Harris County reserving the right to award based on the most advantageous combination of unit price, material cost, and supply location. Per House Bill 1059, a minimum of 25% of work must be performed by the bidder, and original contract prices on firm fixed price contracts may not increase by more than 25% or decrease by 18% or more without contractor consent. The successful bidder must provide a list of all suppliers and subcontractors prior to work commencement and designate authorized company representatives at a preconstruction meeting. The contractor must use Harris County's e-Builder Construction Program Management Software at no cost to maintain administrative and technical control, requiring internet access and computer capability. Performance on past Harris County projects may be considered in determining bidder responsibility. Construction shall comply with Harris County Engineering Department Standard Specifications (effective October 10, 2023), Harris County Flood Control District 2005 Standard Specifications, Texas Department of Transportation 2024 Standard Specifications, and City of Houston Standard Specifications as applicable.
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FOR:
On-Call - High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Pipe and Related Items, Precinct 3 - 25103MF3WE01
PREPARER’S CERTIFICATION FOR
Specifications, Special Specifications, Special
Provisions, Estimate and Specification Data
Special Note:
The following items developed per the published Construction
Drawings have been verified and included in the Purchasing
Department’s Bid Specification Package, which can be located at https://harriscountytx.bonfirehub.com/portal/: The items include:
• Pricing/Delivery Information
• Scope of Work
• Construction Notes
• Special Provision to Standard
• Specifications Special Specifications
• Supplement to General Requirements
• Contract Time https://harriscountytx.bonfirehub.com/portal/
SCOPE OF WORK
Harris County is soliciting bids for a one (1) year term contract, with the option for up to four
(4) renewals, for supply of High-Density Polyethylene Pipe (HDPE) of various sizes for
Precinct 3. The vendor shall deliver to various Harris County job sites for Precinct 3 (F.O.B.
Job Site).
The vendor is responsible for transporting and delivering the HDPE pipes to the County’s job sites and shall cover all transportation, handling, and freight costs until the materials are delivered and unloaded at the job site. Ownership of the materials transfers to Harris County upon delivery and unloading at the job site.
SPECIAL NOTES
1. Precinct 3 contacts (after award of contract):
Suzette Moody - (713) 274-3199
Jennifer Almonte - (713) 274-3132
2. Bidders are required to specify, on the Material Supply Location List, the location(s) from which the materials will be supplied and include this information in their bid submission. Harris County reserves the right to award the contract based on the most advantageous combination of unit price, material cost, and material supply location. Bidders should have multiple material supply locations within various regions of Precinct 3. For the delivery option (F.O.B. Job Site), the vendor must be able to deliver material anywhere within the limits of Precinct 3 within
36 hours.
3. Harris County reserves the right to order Materials in any quantity at the unit Prices bid on an as needed basis.
4. Bid quantities included herein are provided for bid comparison purposes only. A
Purchase Order will be issued, for each contract term, in the amount of the
Precinct’s budget for this material. Supplemental Purchase Orders will be issued should additional materials be required.
May 2019
GENERAL NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
In accordance with House Bill 1059, a minimum of 25% of the work to be performed on this project shall be performed by the Bidder.
Special Notice: By law, the original price on firm fixed price contracts may not be increased by more than 25%. The original price may not be decreased by 18% or more without the consent of the contractor. Please monitor additions to your contract -additions in excess of 25% will not be paid under any circumstances.
On public works projects, all contractors shall supply a list of all suppliers and subcontractors with addresses and phone numbers, prior to work commencing.
At the time of the scheduled preconstruction meeting, the successful bidder shall supply to the County a list of representatives signed by an Officer of the Company who are authorized to sign official documents, i.e., Purchase Orders, Change Orders, Final Estimates, etc.
In determining who is a responsible bidder, Harris County may take into account the past performance of the bidder on Harris County projects. Commissioners Court adopted a written definition and criteria for determining the performance of a contractor which may be considered in determining the responsibility of a bidder.
Harris County is using an internet-based Construction Program Management Software, e-Builder to maintain consistent administrative and technical control for its projects throughout the County. The Contractor is required to use e-Builder on this project in accordance with procedures provided by the County.
At no cost to the Contractor, the County will provide system login account(s) and provide training for Contractor personnel. The Contractor must update e-Builder with any new or changed information within 24 hours of that information becoming known to Contractor. The Contractor must have access to a computer with internet access and a scanner to use eBuilder.
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NOTICE OF SPECIFICATIONS
For the construction of this project, the Contractor shall use the attached Special Provisions, Special Specifications, and Harris County Engineering Department (HCED) Specifications Book – Standard Specifications for the Construction of Road and Bridges by Harris County Engineering Department, effective date October 10, 2023. The current HCED specifications may be found at the HCED website: https://www.eng.hctx.net/ Portals/33/2023-Standard%20Specifications/HCED-EN0-SS-001-00-C_Standard% 20Specifications%2010.26.2023%20(Final).pdf?ver=GRDvtDMEWY-IlJTeDWV4Hw%3d% 3d
When applicable, the Contractor shall use the Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD) 2005 Standard Specifications Book. The current HCFCD specifications may be found at the HCFCD website: https://www.hcfcd.org/Technical-Manuals/all-documents?folderId=8625& view=gridview&pageSize=10
When applicable, the Contractor shall also use the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) 2024 Standard Specifications Book. The current TxDOT specifications may be found at the TxDOT website: https://www.txdot.gov/business/resources/txdot-specifications/2024-standard-specifications.html
When applicable, the Contractor shall also use the City of Houston (COH) Standard Specifications. The current COH specifications may be found at the COH website:
https://www.houstonpermittingcenter.org/office-city-engineer/design-and-construction-standards http://www.eng.hctx.net/Portals/33/Publications/professional-services/spec/2017/2017_HC_Stand_Spec.pdf http://www.eng.hctx.net/Portals/33/Publications/professional-services/spec/2017/2017_HC_Stand_Spec.pdf https://www.hcfcd.org/Technical-Manuals/all-documents?folderId=8625&%20view=gridview&pageSize=10 https://www.hcfcd.org/Technical-Manuals/all-documents?folderId=8625&%20view=gridview&pageSize=10 https://www.txdot.gov/business/resources/txdot-specifications.html https://www.txdot.gov/business/resources/txdot-specifications.html https://www.houstonpermittingcenter.org/office-city-engineer/design-and-construction-standards https://www.houstonpermittingcenter.org/office-city-engineer/design-and-construction-standards
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