ITB - Regional Stormwater Detention Basin (Phase 1) at Forest Green for Harris County Flood Control District (EPA)

Harris County Flood Control District is seeking a construction contractor for the Regional Stormwater Detention Basin (Phase 1) at Forest Green, with Project ID Q534-01-00-E002. The project involves constructing a comprehensive stormwater detention basin that includes approximately 511,000 cubic yards of earthwork, off-site disposal, on-site fill, 2,000 square yards of concrete lining, three outfall structures, a major outfall structure with four 8x4 foot pre-cast reinforced concrete box culverts, 3,100 linear feet of permanent all-weather access road, and 10,000 linear feet of backslope drainage swales. The contract will require removing approximately 2,000 linear feet of abandoned oil and gas pipeline, with a total contract time of 592 calendar days. The pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM via Microsoft Teams, and bids are due on November 24, 2025. Bidders must demonstrate technical capabilities, provide comprehensive documentation including references, certifications, and compliance forms, and adhere to federal, state, and local regulations including EPA guidelines and United States Fish and Wildlife Services requirements.

The procurement includes significant set-aside and participation requirements for Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (M/WBE), with a specific goal of 27.85% M/WBE participation. A minimum of 25% of the work must be performed by the bidder, and contractors must comply with prevailing wage rates, Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA) domestic content requirements, and local minimum wage policies. Acceptable M/WBE certifications include those from the City of Houston, State of Texas Comptroller's Office, Texas Unified Certification Program, and others. The project will be funded through various sources, potentially including federal funding, with a 10% contingency amount added to the total bid. Contractors must obtain necessary permits, including a Texas Pollution Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Notice of Intent and a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive requirements and project scope suggest a significant infrastructure investment for Harris County.