Concrete Repairs - Utilities Department

The City of Laredo is requesting bids on a two-year concrete repair service contract for the Utilities Department under RFB 2026-090, with bids due September 29, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. and questions due by September 11 through Cit-E-Bid. The City will award the contract to the top two lowest responsive and responsible bidders under Texas Local Government Code Chapters 252 and 271.

The scope covers concrete repairs on sidewalks, driveways, curbs and gutters, pavement within rights-of-way, handicap ramps, valley gutters, pavers, and concrete pads at multiple locations. The contractor must respond within 48 hours of notice and be capable of simultaneous work at multiple sites. Pricing is submitted as fixed unit rates per square foot or linear foot across 19 line items with minimum charges specified. All materials must meet City and Texas Department of Transportation specifications, with concrete compressive strength of 3,000 to 4,000 PSI depending on application. A one-year warranty against defects in material and workmanship is required. The contractor must comply with City of Laredo Ordinance No. 2009-O-045 regarding right-of-way usage and obtain appropriate registrations and permits.

Required insurance includes commercial general liability at $1,000,000 per occurrence, workers compensation at statutory limits, and commercial automobile liability at $1,000,000. Payment and performance bonds may be required if the base bid exceeds $100,000 and $50,000 respectively. The contract term is two years with options for three additional one-year renewal periods at the City's discretion. Bids must remain valid for a minimum of 60 days. Electronic submission through Cit-E-Bid is preferred; hand-delivered bids are accepted at the City Secretary's Office. The City reserves the right to adjust unit prices based on documented industry-wide adjustments with 30 days' notice and mutual consent. Public opening is scheduled for September 30, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.