Construction of Woodland West Aquatic Center

The City of Arlington, located in Tarrant County, Texas, is seeking a qualified contractor for the construction of the Woodland West Aquatic Center, a comprehensive public recreational facility. The project encompasses full-scope aquatic facility development, including site preparation, demolition, grading, hardscape improvements, and construction of leisure and lap pools with a sprayground. Key deliverables include concrete pool deck installation, shade structures, pool safety equipment, landscaping, irrigation systems, and utility infrastructure. Contractors must demonstrate organizational capacity and experience in completing similar public facility construction projects, with required documentation including a Company Project History form, project superintendent resume, and contractor qualifications questionnaire. The solicitation requires electronic bid submission through the Euna Procurement portal, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for January 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Bid responses are due by January 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with City Council approval anticipated on February 24, 2026. The contract requires completion within 120 calendar days from the written notice to proceed, with contractors responsible for obtaining permits, coordinating utilities, and managing erosion control.

The solicitation includes several set-aside and compliance requirements that may restrict or influence bidder eligibility. Contractors must complete a Target Arlington Compliance Certificate, demonstrating diligent efforts to purchase goods and services from Arlington businesses. The procurement includes a Contractor Residency Statement mandated by Texas Government Code, which provides preference to Texas-based businesses. Bidders must submit various compliance documents, including a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, Wage Rate Affidavit, and an Affidavit Against Prohibited Acts. While specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are not explicitly detailed, the documentation suggests a preference for local and Texas-based businesses. The project includes four optional alternate bid items covering site furnishings, an agility crossing activity, boulder wall, and additional pool safety equipment. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the project and the required bid security of five percent of the total possible bid amount suggest a substantial project investment. Contractors must provide performance, payment, and maintenance bonds, each at 100 percent of the contract price, indicating a significant financial commitment.