ESBD_497193_1776352999016_717-26-735, Addendum 6 Solitcitation Due Date Extended.pdf

This is an addendum to a Request for Proposal issued by Texas Southern University's Procurement Services for the removal and replacement of hot water and steam boilers. The project involves the complete disconnection, demolition, and removal of two Sellers Model S-300-W hot water boilers (12,553,000 BTU/HR input each) and one Sellers Model 125HP steam boiler (5,231,000 BTU/HR input) located in the Satellite Plant and New Science Center Building, with installation of three new equivalent Sellers brand boilers or approved alternatives, including all associated piping, flue vents, gas systems, electrical components, and a replacement 3-way mixing valve. Addendum 6 extends the proposal submission deadline to Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Central Time. A mandatory walkthrough is scheduled for Monday, March 30, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the General Services Building, 3443 Blodgett Street, Houston, Texas, Suite 221. Bidders must submit questions by Monday, March 23, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. noon Central Time to Sceffers Ward at sceffers.ward@tsu.edu. Proposals must include one original paper copy, one duplicate paper copy, and a flash drive copy, submitted to the Purchasing Department at Mack O. Hannah Hall, Suite 333, 3100 Cleburne Street, Houston, Texas.

Bidders must provide comprehensive pricing including removal costs, equipment costs, installation fees, and all ancillary charges, with prices guaranteed as firm for ninety days from the bid deadline. Award will be made based on best value considering proposed costs, contractor stability and business success, quality and reliability of goods and services, delivery terms, and indicators of probable contractor performance. Respondents must provide at least three detailed references from previous projects of similar type and magnitude with client contact information. If the bid exceeds $100,000, respondents must complete and submit Form 1295, the Certificate for Interested Parties, unless they are a publicly traded company. Any proposed subcontractors must meet the same experience requirements as the primary respondent. The contract includes a 30-day termination right for the University without cause and may be terminated for cause if the contractor fails to provide timely service or quality products. Bidders may claim eligibility for state procurement preferences including Texas-produced goods, services-disabled veteran-owned businesses, agricultural products, USA-produced items, recycled materials, and energy-efficient products. All bidders must certify compliance with state and federal requirements, including antitrust laws, child support obligations, franchise tax status, immigration laws, and the Lobbying Disclosure Act.