Plaza Waterproofing, Repairs and Renovations, System Administration Building, 3100 Main

Houston Community College (HCC) is soliciting competitive bids for a comprehensive Plaza Waterproofing, Repairs and Renovations project located at the System Administration Building, 3100 Main Street. The Invitation for Bid (IFB 25-23) seeks a qualified contractor to perform extensive renovation work including removal and salvage of existing plaza furniture and pavers, concrete deck repairs, waterproofing membrane installation, drain board replacement, sheet metal flashing, drain testing/cleaning, and utility modifications. Potential bidders must demonstrate a minimum of three years of relevant experience and provide three verifiable references for similar projects completed within the last three years. The non-mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit will be held on January 30, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., with project questions due by February 4, 2025, and responses expected by February 11, 2025. Sealed bids must be submitted electronically via the HCC Bonfire portal by February 17, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with anticipated board approval scheduled for April 2025.

The solicitation includes a significant Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation goal of 35%, encouraging diverse vendor participation. Contractors must provide performance and payment bonds for 100% of the contract amount if exceeding $100,000, and maintain specific insurance coverages including $1,000,000 commercial general liability insurance. The project's engineer-estimated budget ranges from $1,650,000 to $1,850,000, with liquidated damages of $1,000 per calendar day assessed for late completion. The contract will follow standard AIA Document A101-2017 and A201-2017 guidelines, incorporating provisions for contract administration, payment terms, and dispute resolution. Interested contractors will need to comply with extensive documentation requirements, including small business development program documentation, prevailing wage rate compliance, and detailed progress assessment forms. The procurement is specifically targeted to businesses operating within Harris County, Texas, with a preference for local and small business participation.