Bexar County Internal Affairs Renovation

Bexar County Purchasing Department is requesting bids for interior renovation of approximately 2,800 square feet of office space and 275 square feet of restrooms within the Barlite Crime Lab for the Sheriff's Office Internal Affairs department, with bids due October 13, 2026 and a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit on October 8 at 11:00 a.m. at 7838 Barlite Boulevard, San Antonio.

The scope includes flooring, painting, metal framing, gypsum board, wood doors, hollow metal frames, low-voltage devices, electrical work, minor plumbing, and mechanical work. The existing acoustic ceiling system, lighting, and offices remain in place. Contractors must have a minimum of five years' experience with similar projects and comply with all Bexar County standards for cabling, security, surveillance, and access control. All contractor personnel must obtain security clearances through IDENTOGO at the contractor's expense ($16 per badge).

Work hours align with county business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST), with after-hours work requiring 72-hour advance coordination and uniformed security at $50 per hour (two guards per night). The contractor must provide temporary partitions for dust and noise mitigation, obtain all necessary trade permits through the Bexar County Fire Marshal's office, and maintain comprehensive liability and workers' compensation insurance. The contractor is responsible for obtaining permits and managing subcontractor coordination, including final unconditional lien waivers before final payment.

Payment is processed monthly with 5% retainage. The contractor must submit a detailed construction schedule within 10 days of receiving the Notice to Proceed and provide a 12-month warranty period. The county expects full building occupancy by February 2027. The scope includes an equipment allowance for county-purchased equipment with contractor installation and a network allowance for labor and materials to upgrade existing network infrastructure. Prospective bidders may submit written questions through the Bexar County Supplier Portal prior to the pre-bid meeting.