Automated_Weather_Observing_System_(AWOS_III-PT)_-_Ennis_Municipal_Airport.pdf

Invitation to Bid

Proposal Reference Number: 26-101-13

Project Title: AUTOMATED WEATHER OBSERVING SYSTEM

(AWOS III-PT) – ENNIS MUNICIPAL AIRPORT

Proposal Closing Date: 1:00 pm, September 23, 2026

26-101-13 Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS III-PT) – Ennis Municipal Airport

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Scope

Invitation To Bid

Special Conditions

Proposal

Attachments:

A - AWOS Bid Documents

B - Bid Signature

C - Ennis FAA FORM 7460 - Notice of Proposed Construction

D - F41 Airport Layout Plan Ennis Municipal 2026

E - Wage Rates SAM.gov

F - USGS Project Location Map

G - Google Earth Map

H - Sample of Agreement

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The City of Ennis (City) will receive bids for 26-101-13 Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS

III-PT) – Ennis Municipal Airport.

Specifications can be found at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ennistx.

Bids will be received until 1:00 pm Wednesday, September 23, 2026.

Sealed proposals/bids shall be submitted online at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ennistx.

All questions shall be fielded online at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ennistx.

Hard copy submissions will not be accepted

Bids will be opened at 107 N Sherman St., Ennis, TX 75119, Wednesday, September 23, 2026 1:00 pm.

City of Ennis

By: Katrinia Roberson

Title: Senior Purchasing Manager

Bid Release Date: August 23, 2026

Optional Tour of City Facilities: Upon Request

Deadline for Submittal of Questions: September 11, 2026, 5:00pm

Sealed Bids Due to the City: September 23, 2026, 1:00pm

Publication Date 1: 08/30/2026

Publication Date 2: 09/06/2026 https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ennistx

Scope

Scope of Services

Please see and review the AWOS Bid document attached!

Procurement & Bidding Requirements

• Prepare AWOS bid documents using the TxDOT-provided templates

• Include City contact information, bid access instructions, and required wage rates

• Attach the Airport Layout Plan (ALP) to the bid specifications

• Establish and include a HUB goal (may be 0%)

• Advertise the project in a local newspaper for two (2) consecutive weeks

• Hold bid opening at least 21 calendar days after the first advertisement date

• Distribute bid opportunity to AWOS vendors included in TxDOT’s vendor list

• Make bid documents accessible on City website or by email request

• Bid Administration o Receive contractor bids and prepare bid tabulation o Issue the selected vendor the Award Letter after TxDOT Commission approval o Execute construction contract with the awarded vendor o Obtain and verify Performance and Payment Bonds o Issue the Notice to Proceed (NTP) once all requirements are met

Project Summary

The City of Ennis is undertaking the installation of a new Automated Weather Observation

System (AWOS III-PT) at the Ennis Municipal Airport (F41). This improvement project is supported by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Aviation Division through a

State-Assisted Airport Development Grant (CSJ 24AWENNIS), under which the City will fund project expenses upfront and subsequently receive reimbursement for up to ninety (90) percent of eligible costs.

The AWOS III-PT will enhance airport operations by providing continuous, accurate meteorological information to pilots, airport users, and national weather networks, thereby improving safety and regulatory compliance. The project includes procurement and installation of AWOS unit, tower, sensor suite, communications equipment, grounding and lightning protection, electrical service extension, telephone/data line installation, calibration, testing, and full integration with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Weather Service dissemination systems.

Environmental compliance has been completed through a TxDOT-issued Categorical Exclusion

(CATEX). FAA Form 7460 has been submitted for the proposed AWOS tower, and the FAA has initiated Obstruction Evaluation Case No. 2026-ASW-11-NR. In accordance with FAA requirements, the City must obtain a VHF frequency through the WEBFCR system, secure an

NGT number, and apply for an FCC license before FAA will issue final project approval.

All work associated with the AWOS installation will comply with FAA Advisory Circular

150/5220-16, FAA Order 6560-20B, the TxDOT grant agreement, and all applicable FAA approvals. The City will provide continuous electrical power and a telephone/data line to the

AWOS site and will be responsible for ongoing NADIN data transmission fees for the life of the system.

Once installed, commissioned, and operational, the AWOS III-PT will significantly improve the airport’s weather reporting capabilities and support the continued modernization and safe operation of Ennis Municipal Airport.

Scope of Work

A. General Description

The City of Ennis seeks qualified contractors to furnish all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, and services necessary to procure, install, and commission a complete and operational Automated Weather Observation System (AWOS III-PT) at

Ennis Municipal Airport (F41). The completed system shall meet all applicable FAA and

TxDOT requirements and provide continuous, accurate meteorological data for aviation use.

B. Applicable Standards and Regulatory Requirements

All work must conform to the latest applicable standards, including but not limited to:

• FAA Advisory Circular 150/5220-16, “Automated Weather Observing Systems

(AWOS)”

• FAA Order 6560-20B, “AWOS Requirements”

• FAA Obstruction Evaluation determination under Case No. 2026-ASW-11-NR

• FAA Form 7460-1 and associated approvals

• TxDOT Aviation Division grant requirements under CSJ 24AWENNIS

• Environmental compliance established through TxDOT-issued Categorical exclusion (CATEX)

• Applicable federal, state, and local codes governing electrical, structural, and safety work

C. Contractor Responsibilities

The Contractor shall provide a complete, turnkey AWOS III-PT installation including, but not limited to:

1. Equipment Procurement

• Furnish the AWOS III-PT unit and all associated components, including sensors, processors, control modules, communication interfaces, mounting equipment, data lines, tower structure, grounding equipment, and lightning protection.

2. Site Preparation and Installation

• Construct tower foundation and install AWOS tower at the FAA-approved coordinates and elevation.

• Install all sensors in accordance with manufacturer specifications and FAA siting requirements.

• Install and secure all cabling, conduit, mounts, junction boxes, enclosures, and hardware.

• Install grounding and lightning protection systems.

3. Electrical and Communication Services

• Coordinate with the City regarding availability of electrical power and telephone/data service.

• Integrate AWOS hardware with City-provided power and communication lines.

• Perform all electrical work in compliance with applicable codes.

4. System Configuration and Integration

• Configure and calibrate the AWOS III-PT system.

• Conduct all functional testing required to ensure compliance with FAA performance standards.

• Ensure integration with FAA, National Weather Service (NWS), and National

Weather Telecommunications Gateway (NWSTG) dissemination systems.

5. Training and Documentation

• Provide on-site operational and maintenance training to City personnel.

• Furnish all required documentation, including operating manuals, maintenance recommendations, warranty information, and as-built drawings.

I. City of Ennis Responsibilities

The City will:

• Provide electrical power and telephone/data line to the AWOS cabinet location.

• Coordinate site access and ensure utilities are available.

• Perform administrative tasks required under the TxDOT grant, including invoice payment and reimbursement submissions.

• Assume responsibility for ongoing NADIN data transmission fees for the life of the AWOS system.

J. Submittal Requirements

The Contractor shall submit the following:

• Product data and technical specifications for all equipment.

• Shop drawings showing equipment layout, tower design, sensor placement, cabling, and grounding.

• Detailed installation schedule identifying major tasks and milestones.

• Testing results, calibration reports, and integration documentation.

• Final closeout materials including warranties, manuals, and as-built drawings.

K. Testing Acceptance

The Contractor shall fully test the AWOS system to verify performance, accuracy, communication capability, and compliance with FAA standards.

Final acceptance will occur after:

• Completion of all installation work;

• Successful system calibration and testing;

• Demonstration of full operational capability and data transmission;

• Delivery of all required documentation.

L. Project Schedule

Work shall commence upon issuance of the Notice to Proceed by the City of Ennis. The

Contractor shall submit a project schedule within ten (10) days of contract execution and shall adhere to agreed-upon milestones.

M. Contractor Qualifications

Contractors shall demonstrate;

• Proven experience installing AWOS III or AWOS III-PT systems at public-use airports;

• Knowledge of FAA and TxDOT aviation equipment requirements;

• Adequate staffing, equipment, and financial capacity to fulfill contract obligations;

• Compliance with all federal and state contractor eligibility requirements.

N. Payment Terms

This project is funded through a TxDOT Aviation Division reimbursement grant. The

City will pay Contractor invoices directly. The Contractor shall submit itemized invoices consistent with the contract documents. No direct billing to TxDOT is permitted.

O. Warranty and Maintenance Requirements

The Contractor shall provide manufacturer and installation warranties covering AWOS equipment, workmanship, and performance. Warranty periods shall meet or exceed FAA and TxDOT minimum requirements.

Key Events Schedule

Bid Release Date: August 23, 2026

Optional Tour of City Facilities: Upon Request

Deadline for Submittal of Questions: September 11, 2026, 5:00pm

Sealed Bids Due to the City: September 23, 2026, 1:00pm

Publication Date 1: 08/30/2026

Publication Date 2: 09/06/2026

*No Pre-Bid Meeting will take place. However, it is strongly encouraged that potential proposers should familiarize themselves with the locations and proposal requirements prior to submission of a bid.

Invitation To Bid

Introduction

A. Project Overview: The City of Ennis is requesting Bids with the intent of awarding a contract for the purchase of goods and services contained in Scope of Services.

B. Contract parties: The City of Ennis, may herein be referred to as “the City.” The person or company responding to the solicitation may herein be referred to as the “Proposer.”

C. Questions: Following are contacts for questions as identified.

i. ITB Clarifications/Questions/Inquiries: All questions related to requirements or processes of this ITB should be submitted through the Question & Answers section of OpenGov.

ii. Replies: Responses to inquiries which directly affect an interpretation or effect a change to this ITB will be issued in writing by addendum posted to City's OpenGov portal. All such addenda issued by City prior to the submittal deadline shall be considered part of the ITB. The City shall not be bound by any reply to an inquiry unless such reply is made by such formal written addendum.

iii. Acknowledgment of Addenda: The Proposer shall acknowledge all addenda as part of their Proposal.

D. Notification of Errors or Omissions: Proposers shall promptly notify the City of any omissions, ambiguity, inconsistency or error that they may discover upon examination of this ITB. The City shall not be responsible or liable for any errors and/or misrepresentation that result from the solicitations which are inadvertently incomplete, ambiguous, inconsistent or obviously erroneous.

E. Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (Form CIQ): A person or business, and their agents, who seek to contract or enter into an agreement with the City, are required by Texas Local Government

Code, Chapter 176, to file a conflict of interest questionnaire (FORM CIQ). The form must be filed with the City no later than seven (7) days after the date the person or business begins contract discussions or negotiations with the City, or submits an application, response to a request for proposals or bids, correspondence, or other writing related to any potential agreement with the

City.

F. Form 1295 Certificate of Interested Parties: In 2015, the Texas Legislature adopted House Bill

1295, which added section 2252.908 of the Government Code. The law states that a governmental entity or state agency may not enter into certain contracts with a business entity unless the business entity submits a disclosure of interested parties to the governmental entity or state agency at the time the business entity submits the signed contract to the governmental entity or state agency. The law applies only to a contract of a governmental entity or state agency that either (1) requires an action or vote by the governing body of the entity or agency before the contract may be signed or (2) has a value of at least $1 million. The disclosure requirement applies to a contract entered into on or after January 1, 2016. Please go to the Texas Ethics

Commission web page (www.ethics.state.tx.us) for full instructions and to complete the required steps for creation of Form 1295. Once the form is completed online, printed and notarized please return the form with your proposal submission.

General Information

A. Tax Exempt Status: City purchases are exempt from State Sales Tax and Federal Excise Tax. Do not include tax in the Proposal. City will furnish Excise Tax Exemption Certificate upon request.

B. Public Inspection of Proposals: The City strictly adheres to the Texas Public Information Act

(Texas Government Code Chapter 552.001, et seq.) and all other governing statutes, regulations, and laws regarding the disclosure of ITB information. Proposals are not available for public inspection until after the contract award. If the Proposer has notified the City, in writing, that the

Proposal contains trade secrets or confidential information, the City will generally take https://www.ethics.state.tx.us/ reasonable steps to prevent disclosure of such information, in accordance with the Public

Information Act. This is a statement of general policy only, and in no event shall the City be liable for disclosure of such information by the City in response to a request, regardless of the

City’s failure to take any such reasonable steps, even if the City is negligent in failing to do so.

ITB Withdrawals and/or Amendments

A. ITB Withdrawal: The City reserves the right to withdraw this ITB for any reason.

B. ITB Amendments: The City reserves the right to amend any aspect of this ITB by formal written

Addendum prior to the Proposal submittal deadline and will endeavor to notify all potential

Proposers that have registered with the City, but failure to notify shall impose no obligation or liability on the City.

Proposal Submittal Requirements

A. Submittal Packet – Required Content: All bids must be electronically submitted through

OpenGov.

B. Submittal Deadline: The deadline for submittal of bids shall be as identified in the timeline for this project. It is the Bidder’s responsibility to submit their Bid before 1:00 pm on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. No extensions will be granted and no late submissions will be accepted.

C. Alterations or Withdrawals of Bid Document: Any submitted Bid may be withdrawn or a revised bid substituted prior to the submittal deadline. Bid documents cannot be altered, amended or withdrawn by the Proposer after the submittal deadline.

D. Validity Period: Once the submittal deadline has passed, any Bid Document shall constitute an irrevocable bid to provide the commodities and/or services set forth in the Scope of Services at the price(s) shown in the Bid Document. Such bid shall be irrevocable until the earlier of the expiration of ninety (90) days from the submittal deadline, or until a contract has been awarded by the City.

Contract Terms and Conditions

Delivery of Products and/or Services

A. Warranty of Products and Services: All products furnished under this contract shall be warranted to be merchantable and good quality and fit for the purposes intended as described in this bid, to the satisfaction of City and in accordance with the specifications, terms, and conditions of the

Scope of Services, and all services performed shall be warranted to be of a good and workmanlike quality, in addition to, and not in lieu of, any other express written warranties provided.

B. Late Delivery or Performance: If Bidder fails to deliver acceptable goods or services within the timeframes established, the City shall be authorized to purchase the goods or services from another source and assess any increase in costs to the defaulting Bidder, who agrees to pay such costs within ten days of invoice.

C. Title to Goods and Risk of Loss: For goods to be provided by Bidder hereunder, if any, the title and risk of loss of the goods shall not pass to City until City actually receives, takes possession, and accepts the goods and the installation of such goods, has tested the system, and determined that it is in good and acceptable working order.

Miscellaneous

A. Independent Contractor: Bidder agrees that Bidder and Bidder’s employees and agents have no employer- employee relationship with City. Bidder agrees that if Bidder is selected and awarded a contract, City shall not be responsible for the Federal Insurance Contribution Act (FICA) payments, Federal or State unemployment taxes, income tax withholding, Workers Compensation

Insurance payments, or any other insurance payments, nor will City furnish any medical or retirement benefits or any paid vacation or sick leave.

B. Assignments: The rights and duties awarded the successful Bidder shall not be assigned to another without the written consent of the Purchasing Manager. Such consent shall not relieve the assigner of liability in the event of default by the assignee.

C. Liens: Bidder shall indemnify and hold harmless the City against any and all liens and encumbrances for all labor, goods, and services which may be provided to the City by Bidder or

Bidder’s vendor(s), and if the City requests, a proper release of all liens or satisfactory evidence of freedom from liens shall be delivered to the City.

D. Gratuities / Bribes: Bidder certifies that no bribes in the form of entertainment, gifts, or otherwise, were offered or given by the successful Bidder, or its agent or representative, to any City officer, employee or elected representative, with respect to this ITB or any contract with the City, and that if any such bribe is found to have been made this shall be grounds for voiding of the contract

E. Financial Participation: Bidder certifies that it has not received compensation from the City to participate in preparing the specifications or scope on which the Bid is based and acknowledges that this contract may be terminated and/or payment withheld if this certification is inaccurate.

F. Required Licenses: Bidder certifies that he holds all licenses required by the State of Texas for a provider of the goods and/or services described by the Scope of Services herein.

G. Authority to Submit Bid and Enter Contract: The person signing on behalf of Bidder certifies that the signer has authority to submit the Bid on behalf of the Bidder and to bind the Bidder to any resulting contract.

H. Compliance with Applicable Law: Bidder agrees that the contract will be subject to, and Bidder will strictly comply with, all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations.

Financial Responsibility Provisions

A. Insurance: The Bidder, consistent with its status as an independent contractor, shall carry, and shall require any of its subcontractors to carry, at least the following insurance in such form, with such companies, and in such amounts (unless otherwise specified) as City may require:

i. Worker’s Compensation and Employer’s Liability insurance, including All States

Endorsement, to the extent required by federal law and complying with the laws of the State of Texas;

ii. Commercial General Liability insurance, including Blanket Contractual Liability, Broad Form Property Damage, Personal Injury, Completed Operations/Products

Liability, Premises Liability, Medical Payments, Interest of Employees as additional insureds, and Broad Form General Liability Endorsements, for at least One Million

Dollars ($1,000,000) Combined Single Limit Bodily Injury and Property Damage on an occurrence basis;

iii. Comprehensive Automobile Liability insurance covering all owned, non-owned or hired automobiles to be used by the Contractor, with coverage for at least One

Million Dollars ($1,000,000) Combined Single Limit Bodily Injury and Property

Damage.

B. Indemnification: Bidder agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City, all of its officers, Commission members, agents and employees from and against all claims, actions, suits, demands, proceedings, costs, damages and liabilities, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, court costs and related expenses, arising out of, connected with, or resulting from any acts or omissions of Bidder or any agent, employee, subcontractor, or supplier of Bidder in the execution or performance of this contract without regard to whether such persons are under the direction of City agents or employees.

C. Bond Requirements: Upon receipt of the written Notice of Award, the successful Bidder shall, within fourteen (14) calendar days, execute the formal contract agreement and furnish the following bonds. Each bond shall be executed by a surety company authorized to execute surety bonds under the laws of the State of Texas and acceptable to the City:

i. Performance Bond: A Performance Bond in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the total contract price, guaranteeing the full, faithful, and timely performance of all obligations required under the contract documents.

ii. Payment Bond: A Payment Bond in the amount of one hundred percent

(100%) of the total contract price, guaranteeing the prompt payment of all persons and entities furnishing labor, materials, equipment, or services in connection with the Project.

The successful Bidder shall not commence work until the contract has been executed, the required bonds have been received and accepted by the City, and the City has issued a written Notice to Proceed.

Proposal Evaluation and Contract Award

A. Bid Evaluation and Contract Award Process: An award of a contract to provide the goods or services specified herein will be made using competitive sealed bids, in accordance with Chapter

252 of the Texas Local Government Code and with the City’s purchasing policy. The City will evaluate all bids to determine which Bid provides the goods or services at the best value for the municipality. In determining best value, the municipality may weigh and consider the purchase price option, the reputation of the Bidder and of the Bidder’s goods or services; the quality and design of the Bidder’s goods or service, the extent to which the goods and service meet the municipality’s needs; the past relationship with the municipality, the total long-term cost to the municipality to acquire the Bidder’s goods or services, and in addition, each additional factor identified in the Scope of Services for this contract, if any. Should the City award this contract, it shall award it to the responsible Bidder whose bid is determined to be the most advantageous to the municipality considering the relative importance of price and the other evaluation factors included in the ITB.

B. Completeness: If the Bid is incomplete or otherwise fails to conform to the requirements of the

ITB, City alone will determine whether the variance is so significant as to render the Bid non-responsive, or whether the variance may be cured by the Proposer or waived by the City, such that the Bid may be considered for award.

C. Ambiguity: Any ambiguity in the Bid as a result of omission, error, lack of clarity or non-compliance by the Bidder with specifications, instructions and all conditions shall be construed in the favor of the City. In the event of a conflict between these standard ITB requirements and details provided in the "Scope of Services" or "Proposal" sections of this ITB, the ITB Section shall prevail.

D. Unit Prices and Extensions: If unit prices and their extensions do not coincide, the City may accept the price most beneficial to the City, and the Bidder will be bound thereby.

E. Additional Information: City may request any other information necessary to determine Bidder’s ability to meet the minimum standards required by this ITB.

F. Partial Contract Award: City reserves the right to award one or more contracts for some or all the requirements bid or award multiple contracts for various portions of the requirements to different

Bidders based on the unit prices proposed in response to this ITB, or to reject any and all Bids and re-solicit for Bids, as deemed to be in the best interest of City. The City may also designate a secondary and/or tertiary awardee to ensure coverage in the event the primary vendor is unable to fulfill the requirements.

G. Terminate for Cause: The occurrence of any one or more of the following events will justify termination of the contract by the City of Ennis for cause:

i. The successful Proposer fails to perform in accordance with the provisions of these specifications; or

ii. The successful Proposer violates any of the provisions of these specifications; or

iii. The successful Proposer disregards laws or regulations of any public body having jurisdiction; or

iv. The successful Proposer transfers, assigns, or conveys any or all of its obligations or duties under the contract to another without written consent of the City.

v. If one or more of the events identified in Subparagraphs G. i) through iv) occurs, the

City of Ennis may terminate the contract by giving the successful Proposer seven (7) days written notice. In such case, the successful Proposer shall only be entitled to receive payment for goods and services provided before the effective date of termination. The successful Proposer shall not receive any payment on account of loss of anticipated profits or revenue or other economic loss resulting from such termination.

vi. When the contract has been so terminated by the City of Ennis, such termination shall not affect any rights or remedies of the City then existing or which may thereafter accrue.

H. Terminate for Convenience: This contract may be cancelled or terminated at any time by giving the successful Proposer thirty (30) days written notice. The successful Proposer may be entitled to payment for services actually performed; to the extent said services are satisfactory.

Special Conditions

The following special conditions shall prevail over areas of conflict in previous pages:

• NONE

Proposal

Bidder Qualifications Statements*

Upload the Bidder’s complete qualification package required by General Provision 20-02, Prequalification of Bidders, and the Bidder Qualifications section of this solicitation.

The qualification package must include:

A. Evidence of experience and competency performing comparable AWOS projects;

B. A list of similar projects previously completed;

C. A list of projects currently in progress and the percentage completed;

D. A list of equipment available for the Project;

E. Identification and qualifications of key personnel;

F. Evidence of financial responsibility required by the solicitation;

G. Evidence of current insurance coverage;

H. Evidence of sufficient bonding capacity to furnish the required Performance Bond and Payment

Bond; and

I. FAA certification for the proposed AWOS III-PT system.

The documents should be combined and uploaded as a single PDF titled “Bidder Qualification Package –

[Company Name].” Failure to submit the required qualification information may result in the bid being declared nonresponsive or the Bidder being determined not responsible.

*Response required

Qualification Acknowledgment*

The Bidder certifies that it has uploaded its complete qualification statements as required by General

Provision 20-02, Prequalification of Bidders, and the Bidder Qualifications section of this solicitation.

By confirming below, the Bidder acknowledges that failure to provide all required qualification information may result in the bid being declared nonresponsive or the Bidder being determined not responsible.

☐ Please confirm

*Response required

Contract Release*

In the past 5 years have you ever been released from a contract with or without cause? If so please provide the company's name, project name and a good contact number for the project lead.

*Response required

Texas Resident Certification*

In accordance with Texas Government Code Chapter 2252, Subchapter A, the City of [Your City Name] is required to give preference to Texas Resident Proposers. This preference applies to the extent that a

Texas Resident Proposer would need to underbid a Nonresident Proposer to obtain a comparable contract in the state where the Nonresident's principal place of business is located.

To comply with this requirement, all Proposers must certify whether they are a Texas Resident Proposer or a Nonresident Proposer. Failure to provide this certification on the provided response forms will result in disqualification of the Proposal.

☐ The Proposer certifies that their principal place of business is located within the State of Texas.

☐ The Proposer certifies that their principal place of business is located outside the State of Texas.

*Response required

Trade Secrets and/or Confidential Information*

Does your proposal contain trade secrets and/or confidential information?

☐ Yes

☐ No

*Response required

When equals "Yes"

Trade Secrets and/or Confidential Information*

Please upload documentation describing such trade secrets and confidential information, and the basis for your assertion that such material qualifies for legal protection from disclosure.

*Response required

Bonding Capacity*

The Bidder shall submit a letter from its surety company or authorized surety agent confirming that the

Bidder has sufficient bonding capacity to furnish a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond, each in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the total contract price.

The letter must identify the Bidder, be issued by a surety authorized to conduct business in the State of

Texas, and state the Bidder’s current single-project bonding capacity or otherwise confirm that the Bidder has sufficient capacity for this Project.

The bonding-capacity letter is evidence of the Bidder’s qualifications and is not a substitute for the required two percent (2%) bid security. The successful Bidder must furnish the actual Performance Bond and Payment Bond within fourteen (14) calendar days after receipt of the written Notice of Award.

Failure to provide satisfactory evidence of bonding capacity may result in the bid being declared nonresponsive or the Bidder being determined not responsible.

*Response required

TxDOT GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT PROVISIONS*

Bidder certifies and attests that it has obtained, reviewed, and understands the Texas Department of

Transportation Aviation Division General Construction Contract Provisions, Volume dated February

2013, available from TxDOT at:

https://www.txdot.gov/business/aviation/aviation-general-construction-provisions.html

The Bidder acknowledges that these provisions are incorporated into this solicitation and any resulting contract by reference. The Bidder agrees to comply with all applicable requirements contained therein, together with the latest applicable versions of all referenced Federal Aviation Administration Advisory

Circulars.

The Bidder further acknowledges that it is solely responsible for obtaining and reviewing these provisions before submitting its bid. Failure to review the referenced provisions shall not relieve the Bidder or awarded Contractor of any obligation imposed by the solicitation or resulting contract.

☐ Please confirm

*Response required

VERIFICATION REGARDING ENERGY COMPANY BOYCOTTS*

To the extent this Agreement constitutes a contract for goods or services for which a written verification is required under Section 2274.002, Texas Government Code, as amended, Consultant hereby verifies that it and its parent company, wholly- or majority- owned subsidiaries, and other affiliates, if any, do not boycott energy companies and, will not boycott energy companies during the term of this Contract. The foregoing verification is made solely to comply with Section 2274.002, Texas Government Code, as amended, to the extent Section 2274.002, Texas Government Code does not contravene applicable Texas or federal law. As used in the foregoing verification, “boycott energy companies” shall have the meaning assigned to the term “boycott energy company” in Section 809.001, Texas Government Code. Consultant understands “affiliate” to mean an entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with the Underwriter and exists to make a profit.

☐ Please confirm https://www.txdot.gov/business/aviation/aviation-general-construction-provisions.html

VERIFICATION REGARDING DISCRIMINATION AGAINST FIREARM ENTITY OR TRADE

ASSOCIATION*

To the extent this Agreement constitutes a contract for the purchase of goods or services having a value of at least $100,000 that is paid wholly or partly from public funds for which a written verification is required under Section 2274.002, Texas Government Code, as amended, Consultant hereby verifies that it and its parent company, wholly- or majority- owned subsidiaries, and other affiliates, if any,

1. do not have a practice, policy, guidance or directive that discriminates against a firearm entity or firearm trade association; and

2. will not discriminate during the term of this Agreement against a firearm entity or firearm trade association.

The foregoing verification is made solely to comply with Section 2274.002, Texas Government Code, as amended, to the extent Section 2274.002, Texas Government Code does not contravene applicable Texas or federal law. As used in the foregoing verification, “discriminate against a firearm entity or firearm trade association” shall have the meaning assigned to such term in Section 2274.001(3), Texas

Government Code. Consultant understands “affiliate” to mean an entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with the Underwriter and exists to make a profit.

☐ Please confirm

*Response required

CERTIFICATIONS REGARDING TERRORIST ORGANIZATIONS AND BOYCOTT OF

ISRAEL*

To the extent this Agreement constitutes a contract for goods or services for which a written verification is required under Sections 2252.151-.154 Texas Government Code, Consultant hereby certifies that it and its parent company, wholly- or majority- owned subsidiaries, and other affiliates, if any, is not a company identified on the Texas Comptroller’s list of companies known to have contracts with, or provide supplies or services to, a foreign organization designated as a Foreign Terrorist Organization by the U.S. Secretary of State under federal law.

To the extent this Agreement constitutes a contract for goods or services for which a written verification is required under Sections 2271.001-002 Texas Government Code, Consultant and its parent company, wholly- or majority- owned subsidiaries, and other affiliates, if any, further certifies and verifies that it does not boycott Israel, and agrees that it will not boycott Israel during the term of this Contract. For purposes of this Contract, the term “boycott” shall mean and include terminating business activities or otherwise taking any action that is intended to penalize, inflict economic harm on, or limit commercial relations with Israel, or with a person or entity doing business in Israel or in an Israeli-controlled territory.

(Tex. Gov’t Code §§ 2270.001-.002, 808.001-.006, .051-.057, .101-.102)

The foregoing certification is made solely to comply with Chapter 2271, Texas Government Code, as amended, to the extent the applicable provision in Chapter 2271.001, Texas Government Code does not contravene applicable Texas or federal law. As used in the foregoing verification, “boycott Israel” shall have the meaning assigned to such term in Section 808.001(1), Texas Government Code. Consultant understands “affiliate” to mean an entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with the Underwriter and exists to make a profit.

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CERTIFICATION REGARDING CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE*

Consultant hereby certifies that it will not be granted direct or remote access to, or control of, critical infrastructure, as defined by Section 2275.0101(2), Texas Government Code, in this State, excluding access specifically allowed by the governmental entity for product warranty and support purposes; and is not owned by or the majority of stocks or other ownership interest of the company is held or controlled by: (i) individuals who are citizens of China, Iran, North Korea, Russia or a designated country; or (ii) a company or other entity, including a government entity, that is owned or controlled by citizens of or is directly controlled by the government of China, Iran, North Korea, Russia or a designated country; or headquartered in China, Iran, North Korea, Russia or a designated country. Regardless of whether the company’s or its parent company’s securities are publicly traded; or the company or its parent company is listed on the New York Stock Exchange as: a Chinese, Iranian, North Korean or Russian company; or a company of a designated country. “Cybersecurity” means” the measures taken to protect a computer, computer network, computer system, or other technology infrastructure against unauthorized use or access, as defined in Section 2275.010(3).

The foregoing certification is made solely to comply with Chapter 2275, Texas Government Code, as amended.

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Form CIQ*

Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

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Form 1295 Certification*

Please provide documentation showing that you have submitted Form 1295 with the Texas Ethics

Commission.

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Confidentiality/Non-Disclosure Agreement*

Upload your recommended confidentiality and non-disclosure agreement here. The terms of this agreement will apply to the Proposer and all its agents, employees or representatives whatsoever and shall be written to protect the City from the unauthorized release of information maintained in the city in locations where Proposer may have access. All such proposed agreements shall be subject to approval by the City Attorney.

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Additional Information (if needed)

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Bidder Authorization*

Bidder confirms that the individual submitting this Bid is duly authorized to execute it in its entirety and, upon award by the City of Ennis, agrees that the Bid and all incorporated terms and conditions shall constitute a binding contract between the Bidder and the City.

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Official Bid Form and Bidder Certification*

Project Description: Installation of an Automated Weather Observation System III with Present

Weather Sensor and Thunder Strike Alert (AWOS III PT). The system shall be installed in accordance with this specification and as approved in Federal Aviation Administration Advisory

Circular 150/5220-16, latest version, and FAA Order 6560-20B, or latest version).

Pursuant to the foregoing Instruction to Bidders, the undersigned bidder having examined the plans and specifications with related documents and the site of the proposed work, and being familiar with all the conditions surrounding the construction of the project hereby proposes to furnish all necessary superintendence, labor, machinery, equipment, tools, materials and supplies to complete all the work upon which is bid in accordance with the contract documents, within the time set forth and at the prices stated within this bid.

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