CSJ 0921-02-497 Freddy Gonzalez Hike and Bike Trail

The City of Edinburg, Texas, located in Hidalgo County, is seeking bids for the CSJ 0921-02-497 Freddy Gonzalez Hike and Bike Trail project, a comprehensive infrastructure development initiative. The procurement involves constructing a 10-foot sidewalk along the Freddy Gonzalez Drive corridor, extending from Closner Boulevard to Raul Longoria Road, with specific requirements including area preparation, ADA-compliant ramps, pedestrian crossing indication poles, associated electrical wiring, and a new traffic signal installation. Bidders must be prequalified by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and have the capability to complete the project within 163 working days. The non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with the bid opening set for September 25, 2025, at 3:30 PM. Contractors must submit electronic bids through the City of Edinburg's procurement portal, providing comprehensive documentation including proposal guarantees, participation in the E-Verify system, and compliance with federal and state regulations.

The contract opportunity includes a 6% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal, with federal funding provided by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and TxDOT. Bidders must be registered in the System for Awards Management (SAM) database and possess a Unique Entity Identification (UEI) Number. Specific set-aside requirements include compliance with Buy America provisions, mandating that steel and iron materials be domestically sourced. Contractors must provide a minimum one-year warranty on labor and materials, maintain specific insurance coverages, and submit performance and payment bonds. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the detailed pricing proposal includes 63 line items covering various construction activities such as excavation, concrete work, fencing, signage, electrical installations, and traffic signal components. Additional requirements include adherence to civil rights regulations, non-discrimination policies, and various state legislative certifications related to ethical standards and business practices.