Hebbronville Security Fence

The Texas Department of Public Safety (TXDPS) is soliciting bids for a turnkey security fence installation project at the Hebbronville Area Office located at 511 South Smith Street, Hebbronville, Texas. The procurement involves a comprehensive security fence system that includes installing a chain-link fence with barbed wire top sections, a 16-foot-wide entry gate, concrete paving for parking, tree removal, handicap parking area relocation, parking line repainting, and parking barriers. Bidders must submit electronic proposals by December 26, 2025, at 5:00 P.M. Central Time to DPS_Solicit_Response@dps.texas.gov or through the DPS Online Bid Room. The project requires strict compliance with ASTM standards for materials, including hot-dip galvanized steel pipe, zinc-coated chain link fabric, and specific concrete specifications. Evaluation criteria will focus on the responsible bidder providing the best value, with assessment of past performance through the Texas Vendor Performance Tracking System. The anticipated contract award date is January 6, 2026, with a contract term of one year from the effective date, and DPS reserving the right to extend performance for up to six months.

Bidders must provide evidence of financial resources, capability, and solvency, including audited financial statements from the last two years. Performance bonds exceeding $100,000 and payment bonds exceeding $25,000 are required, with costs to be included in the base bid. The project includes mandatory requirements for criminal history background checks for project personnel, to be conducted at the contractor's expense. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, contractors must comply with prevailing wage rates per Texas Government Code Chapter 2258. The contract allows for optional prompt payment discounts at 10, 20, and 30 days, and TXDPS will withhold 10% retainage from final payment until all work is accepted and warranty documents are provided. Although no specific budget range is detailed, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests a substantial investment in security infrastructure for the Hebbronville Area Office.