Concrete Pads

The Texas Military Department is requesting bids for concrete pad construction at the Texas Challenge Academy in Eagle Lake, Texas, under IFB TMD26-CHE-0044399, with bids due June 26, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST and a mandatory site visit on June 15 or 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Failure to attend the site visit results in disqualification.

The scope comprises two concrete pads: Pad #1 measuring 24 feet by 26 feet with 6-inch thickness (636 square feet), and Pad #2 measuring 24 feet by 70 feet with 8-inch thickness (1,680 square feet). Both require 5,000 PSI concrete strength and #4 rebar reinforcement spaced at 14 inches on center. Work includes site preparation, gravel base installation, form construction, concrete placement, and finishing in compliance with federal, state, and local codes including OSHA and EPA requirements. Respondents must demonstrate five years of authorization to conduct business in Texas and provide evidence that all personnel have passed fingerprint-based criminal history background investigations.

Insurance requirements include $1,000,000 commercial general liability, $1,000,000 workers' compensation, $500,000 automobile liability, and $1,000,000 umbrella/excess liability, all from A.M. Best rated "A" or better carriers. Respondents must provide three references for similar projects completed within the past five years, including contact information, project descriptions, contract amounts, and service types. Pricing must be submitted on the Mandatory Pricing Schedule with firm fixed unit prices; unit prices govern in case of extension errors.

The initial contract term is one year from the effective date of award with no renewal options. TMD awards based on lowest price meeting specifications under the best value standard and makes no minimum compensation guarantee. Written questions are due June 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST. Contractors must provide a schedule indicating calendar days required from Notice of Award to Substantial Completion. Contract terms comply with Texas Military Department standard conditions, including compliance with state ethical requirements, E-Verify verification, and cloud computing security standards.