CCRC Parking Lot Light Replacement

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the CCRC Parking Lot Light Replacement project at the Criss Cole Rehabilitation Center, solicitation number 3202500254. The procurement involves removing twenty-five 12' tall metal poles with 27 total light heads and installing new dark bronze poles with LED lamp heads, with a specific requirement that all new equipment be manufactured in the United States. The project encompasses comprehensive lighting replacement services, including demolition, installation, wiring, and a final walk-through with the TWC project manager. Work must be performed during normal business hours (Monday through Friday, 7am to 4pm), with a site visit period from July 24 through August 6, 2025, and bid submissions due on August 14, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The anticipated contract start date is August 29, 2025, with a contract term ending 90 days after substantial completion. Evaluation will be based on price and meeting all IFB requirements, with the contract to be awarded to a single vendor offering the most competitive and compliant bid.

The solicitation includes provisions for a HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) Subcontracting Plan, indicating a preference for diverse vendor participation. Bidders must comply with Texas franchise tax requirements if applicable and demonstrate financial stability through a comprehensive financial questionnaire. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement requires vendors to submit a firm-fixed price proposal covering all project costs. Potential respondents must provide detailed information about their business, including year of founding, incorporation state, employee count, and prior experience with Texas state agencies. The TWC reserves the right to cancel, make a partial award, or decline to award the contract at any time, with funding contingent on continued availability. Vendors must be prepared to provide an Employer Identification Number and Texas Identification Number, and the contract emphasizes comprehensive vendor management and risk mitigation through detailed terms and conditions.