North 31st Street Water and Sewer Extension

The City of Temple, located in Bell County, Texas, is soliciting bids for the North 31st Street Water and Sewer Extension project, a municipal infrastructure development initiative. The procurement involves constructing approximately 880 linear feet of water main and 140 linear feet of sanitary sewer with an aerial crossing along North 31st Street, north of Calhoun Avenue. Key deliverables include site preparation, utility work, pipe installation, fire hydrant assemblies, connections to existing mains, and comprehensive testing in compliance with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality standards. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation, including a Trench Safety Plan, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan, and Traffic Control Plan, all signed and sealed by a Registered Professional Engineer licensed in Texas. The bid is due on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. CST, with a non-mandatory virtual pre-bid conference scheduled for Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. CST. Contractors are required to submit a bid bond of 5% of the total bid amount and must comply with prevailing wage rates and specific technical specifications.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project has an engineer's estimated cost of $500,000 and a contract term of 130 consecutive calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with an expected contract award in September 2025. Bidders must complete several mandatory forms, including a Bidder Information Form, Bond Requirement Affidavit, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, and provide comprehensive company details and professional references. The City of Temple will evaluate bids based on compliance with technical specifications, financial capability, and the ability to meet project requirements. Contractors must demonstrate financial responsibility, provide necessary insurance, and comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including workers' compensation and equal employment opportunity guidelines. The project appears to be funded through municipal sources, with the City of Temple waiving permit application fees for the infrastructure extension.