Old McGregor Ground Storage Tank Improvements

The City of Waco has issued a Request for Bid (RFB 2025-075) for the Old McGregor Ground Storage Tank Improvements project located in Washington County, Texas. The procurement seeks a comprehensive construction contract to furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals required to install a new 5.0 MG ground storage tank, implement new piping, valves, fittings, and appurtenances, and repair an existing 5.0 MG ground storage tank at the Old McGregor Pump Station. The project requires specialized water infrastructure construction capabilities, with mandatory pre-qualification for general contractors and specific technical requirements for subcontractors. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. Central Time, which all potential bidders must attend. The bid submission deadline is December 19, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. Central Time, with bid opening to be conducted via Zoom using meeting ID 160 371 2938. The solicitation includes a base bid and three alternate bid options, with 100 individual line items covering mobilization, site improvements, tank installation, utility connections, electrical work, and comprehensive infrastructure modifications.

The procurement does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The bid package indicates an owner's allowance of $100,000 and requires comprehensive documentation including project experience, project manager credentials, and detailed technical qualifications. Multiple construction firms have indicated interest in bidding, including Archer Western, CC Carlton, Preload, CSA Construction, and DN Tanks, suggesting significant market competition. The specifications mandate a concrete ground storage tank and explicitly prohibit steel tank alternatives, indicating precise technical requirements. While specific budget ranges are not directly stated, the complexity of the project—involving a 5.0 MG tank installation, extensive piping work, and infrastructure improvements—suggests a substantial capital investment. The bid form includes zero-dollar unit prices, requiring bidders to complete their own pricing across multiple technical components and specialized infrastructure installations.