Proposed Waterline and Sanitary Sewer Extension along Brandt Road

Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District in Fort Bend County, Texas is requesting sealed bids for waterline and sanitary sewer extension along Brandt Road (Project #17-020-44), with bids due September 16, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Local Time. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference will be held September 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. via Microsoft Teams or in-person.

The scope includes 686 linear feet of 8-inch C900 PVC waterline, 120 linear feet of restrained joint waterline, 52 linear feet of bore-and-jack casing, gate valves, tapping sleeves, fire hydrants, 635 linear feet of 8-inch sanitary sewer, five standard 4-foot diameter manholes, stormwater pollution prevention measures, and associated site preparation and restoration. Substantial completion is required within 45 calendar days after Notice to Proceed; final completion within 60 calendar days. Liquidated damages are assessed at $500 per calendar day for missed deadlines.

The project is subject to Texas prevailing wage requirements per Texas Government Code Chapter 2258, with minimum wage rates specified in the contract documents; non-compliance penalties are $60 per worker per day. All bidders must submit a completed Texas Ethics Commission Form 1295. Contractors and subcontractors must maintain accurate wage and employee records. The district is exempt from Texas sales and use taxes as a political subdivision; contractors must pass cost savings from this exemption to the owner.

Bid security of not less than 2% of the total bid amount must accompany each proposal as a bid bond or certified check. The successful bidder must furnish performance and payment bonds each equal to 100% of the contract price, plus a one-year maintenance bond for 100% of construction costs. Surety companies must hold a minimum Best Key Rating of "B+" or better and be authorized to conduct business in Texas. The district reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Award notice is expected within 60 days of bid opening.