Cured in Place Pipe (CIPP) for Pipeline Rehabilitation (Ultraviolet-Light Cured Products)

The Local Government Purchasing Cooperative (BuyBoard), administered by the Texas Association of School Boards, Inc. (TASB) on behalf of over 1,000 Texas public school districts, junior colleges, over 900 municipalities, 400 counties, and other political subdivisions throughout Texas and potentially nationwide through piggyback arrangements, is requesting sealed bids for Cured in Place Pipe (CIPP) rehabilitation products using ultraviolet-light cured technology, with proposals due October 29, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Proposal No. 830-27.

Vendors must demonstrate direct experience (not as subcontractors) performing CIPP work for governmental entities within the past five years and submit detailed project information including project name, scope with brand and linear footage of CIPP product installed, date, total project value, and procuring entity contact. All CIPP products must be commercially proven and comply with industry standards for wastewater collection installations. Vendors must submit proof of ISO 9000 or equivalent third-party certification. Vendors authorized and approved by manufacturers to sell, install, and service proposed product lines must submit manufacturer authorization letters. Vendors proposing root control services must provide evidence of appropriate pesticide licensing, federal DOT numbers, EPA registration, state product registration, pollution liability insurance, and certified applicators.

The estimated contract value is $24.61 million based on prior similar contracts, though actual usage depends on members' needs and available funding. The contract term runs from April 1, 2027 through March 31, 2028, with two possible one-year renewal options. Vendors must generate a minimum of $15,000 in annual sales to be eligible for renewal consideration. Pricing must be submitted as discount off catalog or pricelist, not-to-exceed hourly labor rates for installation and repair services, and/or coefficient factors applied to the Gordian RSMeans Unit Price Book. Awarded vendors must pay the Cooperative a 2% service fee on all purchase orders and comply with BuyBoard Technical Requirements for the online marketplace. The contract is awarded on best-value basis to members.