Northside High School Area - Sanitary Sewer Rehab

The City of Houston is requesting competitive bids for sanitary sewer rehabilitation in the Northside High School Area, with bids due October 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. CT, and a pre-bid conference scheduled for September 22, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. CT via Microsoft Teams. WBE and SBE participation goals of 4% and 11%, respectively, apply to this procurement.

The scope comprises rehabilitation of an existing 78-inch diameter monolithic reinforced concrete pipe spanning approximately 1,735 linear feet and removal and replacement of 6 existing manholes. Contractors must achieve substantial completion within 273 days after commencement.

The estimated construction budget is $9 million. The City follows the Texas Prompt Payment Act, with payment due 30 days after invoice receipt or delivery of goods and services; early payment discounts are available at the City's option. Bidders must submit a 10% security deposit in the form of a bid bond or certified/cashier's check and a performance bond.

Contractors must demonstrate at least three prior contracts as a prime vendor for similar work in size and scope. Required submissions include the Official Signature Page, W/SBE participation documentation, Hire Houston First designation, ownership information, anti-collusion and conflict of interest statements, and OSHA history documentation.

The deadline for submitting pre-bid questions is September 25, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. CT. Award notification is estimated for October 2026, with City Council agenda placement in November 2026 and an estimated award start date of November 2026. The solicitation contact is Merica Arceneaux-Carter, Staff Analyst, at 832-393-8765. The City reserves the right to cancel the solicitation, reject any or all bids, award by individual items or combinations thereof, and increase or decrease quantities post-bid. The contract may be expanded to other government entities through interlocal agreements under the same terms and conditions.