Construction of Panther Island Canals C & D

Tarrant Regional Water District is requesting competitive sealed proposals for the construction of Panther Island Canals C & D in Fort Worth, Texas, with proposals due September 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Central Time, and a non-mandatory pre-proposal conference and site visit on August 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at the Coyote Theatre.

The scope encompasses mass grading and excavation of canals and an outfall swale; drill shafts and bridge retaining walls; a concrete-lined canal with adjacent paseo and park facilities; storm sewer improvements at the canal outfall; and utility improvements and relocations including lift station construction. Key line items include 48,985 cubic yards of unclassified excavation, 690 square yards of concrete pavement, retaining walls, storm and sewer piping (12 inches to 48 inches diameter), and box culverts (7x4 to 8x8 configurations). Work is divided into Base Bid Items (Canal and Swale, Paseo and Park) and City of Fort Worth IPRC Items (Sewer, Drainage, and Paving), plus optional Make Up Water Line Items.

Offerors must demonstrate minimum qualifications by successfully completing five similar projects within the last ten years prior to proposal submission. The Owner's budget is $42 million. Substantial Completion is due by May 2028, with Final Completion 60 days thereafter.

Evaluation follows a best-value selection process under Texas Government Code Chapter 2269, weighted as: Proposed Contract Price and Contract Times (40 points), Contractor's Approach to the Project (20 points), Experience and Past Performance (20 points), and Experience and Qualifications of Proposed Key Personnel (20 points). Proposal Security of 5 percent of the proposed contract price must accompany each proposal. Proposals must remain valid for 60 days from opening. The selected contractor must execute the agreement within 15 days of Notice of Award. The contract requires compliance with prevailing wage rates, performance and payment bonds per Texas Government Code Chapter 2253, and standard insurance requirements. Questions are due September 10, 2026 at noon via the Procurement Website.