ESBD_457998_1763497356685_Prequalified Contractors.pdf

This is a prequalification list document issued by the City of Waco, Texas Purchasing Services for RFB 2025-075 Old McGregor Ground Storage Tank Improvements. The project involves constructing a new 5.0 MG ground storage tank, installing new piping, valves, fittings, and appurtenances, and repairing an existing 5.0 MG ground storage tank at the Old McGregor Pump Station. A mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on October 15, 2025, with prequalification submittals due by November 3, 2025. The bid closing and opening are scheduled for December 19, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. and 2:01 P.M. CT, respectively. The project requires a substantial completion timeline of 365 calendar days with total project completion within 425 calendar days. Two contractors have been prequalified to submit bids: Walsh Construction Company II, LLC dba Archer Western (Irving, TX) and CSA Construction, Inc. (Houston, TX).

The engineering estimate for the project is $12.5 million for the base bid, with potential alternates bringing the total to $13.5 million. The bid structure includes a Base Bid, Alternate 1 Bid, Alternate 2 Bid, and Alternate 3 Bid covering extensive water system improvements including pipe installations ranging from 12" to 48" in diameter, valve and fitting installations, cathodic protection, and site improvements. A $100,000 owner's allowance is included for use only as authorized by the City of Waco. The City will award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder and encourages participation from Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE), requiring contractors to submit MWBE status forms with their bids. A liquidation fee of $3,000 per day will be assessed for project delays, reducing to $1,000 after substantial completion.