Inspection & Repair of Texas Coastal Ocean Observation Network Station #8779749 South Padre Island, TX

The Texas General Land Office is requesting proposals for inspection and repair services on Texas Coastal Ocean Observation Network Station #8779749 in South Padre Island under RFP 8510-SJ, with proposals due October 19, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Central Time. A mandatory pre-proposal site inspection at respondent expense and a virtual pre-proposal conference on September 22 at 1:00 p.m. CT are required; questions close September 25.

The scope encompasses site investigation, monopile surface preparation and recoating, cathodic protection system evaluation and anode replacement, removal and disposal of unsalvageable components, structural repairs and replacements, and project closeout documentation. Respondents must demonstrate five years of recent maritime construction or equivalent ownership/executive management experience and documented coastal marine services from projects completed within the last three years.

A mandatory Veteran-Owned Historically Underutilized Business (VetHUB) Subcontracting Plan applies to contracts with expected value of $100,000 or more. Respondents must carry comprehensive insurance including commercial general liability ($1 million occurrence/$2 million aggregate), workers' compensation at statutory limits, commercial automobile liability ($1 million), Longshore and Harbor Workers' Act coverage, and marine contractor's liability ($500,000).

The GLO will evaluate proposals using best value criteria: cost (40%), demonstrated relevant experience and qualifications (25%), technical proposal and methodology (25%), and safety record (10%). Award is contingent upon financial capability review demonstrating solvency and adequate capitalization, assessed using the state's standardized financial worksheet. Respondents must submit a Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295) concurrent with contract award.

The contract term extends through August 31, 2027, with potential extension up to five years upon mutual written agreement. Notice of Intent to Award is anticipated December 3, 2026, with contract execution targeted for January 20, 2027.