2026-063_Pre-Bid_Meeting_Attendance_-_Dec_4,_2025.pdf

This is a Pre-Bid Meeting Attendance document for Collin County, Texas, related to Invitation for Bid #2026-063 for generator replacement at the Collin County Adult Detention Facility (CCADF) Lower B. The project encompasses comprehensive mechanical and electrical work including disconnection and removal of the existing generator, installation and connection of a new diesel generator, and final testing at full load. Two mandatory pre-bid meetings and site walks are scheduled for December 2, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. and December 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., both held at the Collin County Central Plant in McKinney, Texas. Attendance at one of these meetings is required to receive electrical and mechanical drawings, which are available only upon execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement. The bid submission deadline is December 18, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with bid opening scheduled for the same date. Contract award is anticipated within 90 calendar days after bid opening.

The estimated probable construction cost for this project is $1,100,000.00. Bidders must provide 5% bid security and comply with prevailing wage requirements. The successful contractor must furnish performance, payment, and two-year maintenance bonds within ten calendar days of contract award. Acceptable generator manufacturers are limited to Onan/Cummins and Kohler, with requirements for continuous duty rating, automatic transfer capabilities, and comprehensive monitoring and control systems. The contract includes a one-year warranty for mechanical systems and two to five years for electrical equipment and generators from the date of substantial completion. Liquidated damages of $500 per calendar day will be assessed for failure to meet the completion schedule. Bidders must comply with federal and state requirements including E-Verify, immigration verification, debarment certification, and conflict of interest disclosure, and must maintain extensive insurance coverage including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, automobile liability, and umbrella liability.