ITSB Re-Roof

The Texas State University System (TSUS) is seeking a general contractor for a comprehensive re-roofing project at the Information Technology Support Building (ITSB) located on the Sam Houston State University campus in Huntsville, Texas. The project involves installing a new fully adhered 80-mil Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) roofing system over the existing metal roof, with specific requirements including removal and reinstallation of the lightning protection system, installation of 2.5" ISO insulation, 1/2" gypsum coverboard, and new gutters and downspouts. The project must comply with 2024 International Building Codes, 2021 Energy and Fire Prevention Codes, and 2020 National Electrical Code standards, with technical specifications requiring minimum R-25ci insulation value and cool roof factors. A mandatory pre-proposal conference was held on January 8, 2025, with proposals due on January 24, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. CST. The project timeline includes a notice to proceed on March 3, 2025, substantial completion by July 11, 2025, and final completion by September 11, 2025. Proposals will be evaluated on a 50/50 basis, considering pricing/delivery and qualifications, with a 5% bid security requirement and performance and payment bonds for 100% of the contract amount.

The procurement includes mandatory Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) subcontracting requirements with specific goals: Building Construction (21.10%), Special Trade (32.90%), Professional Services (23.70%), Other Services (26.00%), and Commodities (21.10%). Proposals exceeding $100,000 must include a HUB Subcontracting Plan, with failure to submit resulting in disqualification. Liquidated damages are set at $5,000 per calendar day beyond the substantial completion date. The contract will be awarded on a lump-sum basis to the respondent offering the "best value" to the owner, with contractors required to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage and provide detailed work schedules, safety plans, and project documentation. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the project involves a comprehensive roof system replacement on a 90' x 44' building with specific technical requirements for wind uplift resistance, solar reflectance, and thermal emittance. The project is classified as Risk Category IV with a basic wind speed of 130 MPH, indicating a technically complex and potentially high-value contract.