BP037 Sitework Package 2 - Package A

Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD) is seeking a contractor for Sitework Package 2 - Package A, a comprehensive sitework and infrastructure project spanning seventeen elementary school campuses. The project involves site preparation, grading, drainage, utility coordination, and related site development activities across multiple facilities including Brazos Bend, Barbara Jordan, Colony Bend, and others. Contractors must provide a turnkey solution with demonstrated experience in K-12 sitework alteration and upgrade projects, specifically with a minimum construction cost of approximately four million dollars within the last three to five years. The evaluation criteria totals 100 points, with pricing weighted at 40 points, experience and reputation at 19 points, quality of services at 21 points, safety record at 5 points, proposed personnel at 5 points, financial capability at 5 points, and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) commitment at 5 points. Key dates include a pre-proposal conference on January 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST via Microsoft Teams, a mandatory pre-proposal walk on January 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST, and proposal submissions due on February 19, 2026, with Package A due by 2:00 PM CST and Packages B and C due by 3:00 PM CST.

The district has established a Small Business Enterprise Program (SBEP) with a goal of 25% small business subcontracting participation. Contractors must provide bonding capacity certification, proof of comprehensive insurance coverage, and comply with prevailing wage requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 2258. The estimated construction cost is five million dollars, with substantial completion targeted for April 27, 2028, and board presentation for contract award tentatively scheduled for May 12, 2026. Contractors must meet minimum insurance requirements, including workers' compensation, general liability, automobile liability, and builder's risk insurance, with policies issued by carriers authorized to do business in Texas and maintaining an A.M. Best rating of A- VII or better. Additional requirements include submitting various certifications such as the Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, proof of non-delinquency with FBISD, criminal history record information review, and verification of non-boycott status regarding Israel. The contract will be awarded based on best value determination in accordance with Texas Government Code Section 2269, with liquidated damages assessed at $1,000 per calendar day for delays in achieving substantial completion.