7-E-bid Instructions.pdf
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- 2026-04
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- Bastrop County, Texas
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This document comprises e-bid instructions issued by the Multi-Region Purchasing Cooperative (MRPC) for the Elgin Independent School District's Competitive Sealed Proposals (CSP #2026-04) for the Elgin Elementary School MEP Upgrades - Phase 3 project in Bastrop County, Texas. The project involves comprehensive mechanical, electrical, and plumbing upgrades, with the base bid including replacement of three split-system air handling units with new VRF heat pumps serving the cafeteria, southwest classroom wing, and library/admin spaces, along with ductwork demolition and replacement, VAV box installation with electric reheat, and ceiling modifications. Four alternates are available: replacement of additional air handling units in the northeast and southeast classroom wings, replacement of eleven electrical panels campus-wide, and provision of HVAC controls by ALC. A mandatory pre-proposal conference and site visit are scheduled for October 10, 2025, with proposal submissions due on October 30, 2025, at 1:00 PM. The project timeline is projected from May to July 2026, potentially extending into early 2027 for alternate work phases.
All bids must be submitted electronically through the Bonfire e-bid platform at https://region10.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities with no submission fees required. Vendors must register for a Bonfire account, download all solicitation documents from the "Files" section, complete required forms with digital signatures, and upload all materials including the completed bid table in specified formats. The estimated base bid budget is $2,328,710.00, and evaluation will use a 100-point weighted criteria system with pricing accounting for 40 points, past experience worth 15 points, and additional considerations for quality of goods and services, proposed personnel, and project planning. Contractors must provide comprehensive documentation including firm information, financial statements, and safety records, and must comply with Texas prevailing wage laws and workers' compensation insurance requirements. Performance and payment bonds are required, and all insurance providers must maintain an "A-VIII" Best's Rating with minimum $1,000,000 comprehensive general liability insurance and $10,000,000 umbrella coverage. Liquidated damages of $500 per day apply for project delays. All vendor questions must be submitted through Bonfire's "Vendor Discussions" section, and incomplete proposals may be deemed non-responsive and disqualified.
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MRPC - EBI (rev. 2026/2) E-Bid Instructions
Released by: Multi-Region Purchasing Cooperative
Bonfire E-Bid Instructions
The Purchaser utilizes Bonfire/Euna E-bid online software. This bid opportunity is a 100% electronic solicitation. All solicitation documents and pricing bid table are in Bonfire ready for download.
There is no fee to set up a vendor account in Bonfire. The following information provides details and instructions for a successful bid submission.
All proposals received by the deadline will be downloaded from the program shortly after the noted bid closing time. Any incomplete proposals may be deemed “non-responsive,” and possibly “disqualified” and retained as a public record, which will be subject to the Public Information Act. Proposers assume all risks of missed deadlines or bid closing times. Faxed, emailed, or mailed bids will not be accepted.
Register for Bonfire Account: https://region10.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities
Solicitation Documents:
All solicitation documents, forms, and reference-only documents are in the Bonfire “Files” section. All documents must be downloaded, reviewed, and some completed, signed, and uploaded as part of the Vendor’s bid response.
Q&A Form: All vendor questions must be submitted into Bonfire in the “Vendor Discussions” section. All questions will be answered in Bonfire which will be shared with any vendor via email that has logged into the bid opportunity.
Bid Table: The Bid Table must be downloaded, completed with pricing and/or alternate offerings if allowed, and uploaded into Bonfire software.
Documents to Submit:
Each required and requested document for a complete and successful bid response is listed in the Bonfire “Requested Documents” section including a brief description, and requires a specific format to be uploaded such as PDF, Excel, etc. Each slot is specific to the requested document along with an open slot for any other document deemed pertinent by the bidding vendor.
The software will not allow the bidder to upload a document in an incorrect format.
Digital Signatures:
The Purchaser allows digital signatures on all of the required forms. All provided forms are formatted as an Adobe Fillable Form that can be completed in Adobe Acrobat, digitally signed and uploaded with no need to print or scan back in. The Purchaser does not require a notarized signature.
Technical Assistance:
Bonfire software has a built-in library of help videos and chat option. If you need technical assistance, you may utilize the built-in options or contact the Purchaser. Please refer to the Solicitation Information Sheet for contact information.
https://region10.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities
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