ITB - Construction of Keegans Bayou Stormwater Detention Basin (Phase 1) near Old Richmond Road (CDBG-DR/GLO, EPA)

Harris County is seeking bids for the Construction of Keegans Bayou Stormwater Detention Basin (Phase 1) near Old Richmond Road, with the project identified as Project ID D518-03-00-E002. This infrastructure project involves constructing a stormwater detention basin and is funded through CDBG-DR/GLO and EPA sources. The procurement method is an Invitation to Bid (ITB), with a bid submission deadline of January 26, 2026. Potential bidders must complete comprehensive documentation including a Bid Schedule, Contractor Profile, Statement of Bidder Qualifications, and provide references demonstrating relevant experience in stormwater infrastructure construction. Required attachments include certification forms for lobbying, Davis-Bacon wage compliance, and federal standard requirements. Bidders must also submit performance and payment bonds, and provide evidence of workers' compensation insurance coverage. The project requires strict adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, with detailed specifications outlined in the extensive project manual and accompanying technical documents.

The contract opportunity includes specific set-aside provisions and goals for Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBE), with detailed utilization plan commitment forms and trucking procedure compliance requirements. Section 3 bid requirements suggest preferences for local hiring and business participation from low-income communities. Contractors must comply with heat protection safety requirements and Harris County's minimum wage policy. Bidders will need to complete a GLO Compliance Package and provide self-certification forms demonstrating eligibility. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the requirement for performance bonds over $100,000 and the comprehensive nature of the documentation suggest a significant project investment. The procurement appears open to qualified construction firms with demonstrated capabilities in stormwater infrastructure development, particularly those able to meet federal funding compliance standards and local economic participation goals.