34th Street Upland to Milwaukee -22B Project

The City of Lubbock, Texas is seeking construction services for the 34th Street Upland to Milwaukee -22B Project through a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP 25-19137-TF). The procurement is focused on a comprehensive construction project with specific technical and performance requirements. Proposals are due on October 7, 2025, with a City Council consideration date of October 28, 2025. A non-mandatory pre-proposal conference will be held on September 25, 2025, via teleconference. The project requires substantial completion within 510 consecutive calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. Evaluation of proposals will follow a weighted point system: 60 points for price, 30 points for contractor qualifications, and 10 points for construction time. Contractors must provide proof of workers' compensation insurance and submit a proposal security of at least 5% of the total proposal amount. The City will select the offeror providing the best value based on published selection criteria and reserves the right to negotiate contract terms with the top-ranked proposer.

The RFP encourages contractors to utilize local business resources and mandates compliance with prevailing wage rate requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 2258. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, contractors may be required to furnish performance and payment bonds depending on the contract price. The estimated budget for the construction phase is $13,000,000, providing potential vendors with a clear understanding of the project's financial scope. Contractors will need to demonstrate robust qualifications and the capability to complete a significant infrastructure project within the specified timeframe. The procurement appears to be open to qualified construction firms with proven track records in similar municipal infrastructure projects. Potential respondents should carefully review the full RFP documentation to ensure complete compliance with all technical specifications, insurance requirements, and submission guidelines.