PW AV Cato Elementary – Safe Routes to School City Project Number: 104799

The City of Fort Worth, Texas is procuring a comprehensive Safe Routes to School infrastructure project for Cato Elementary (Project Number: 104799) located in Tarrant County. The procurement involves pedestrian infrastructure improvements including constructing sidewalks, driveways, ADA-compliant curb ramps, medians, Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB), pavement markings, and signage. Potential bidders must submit digital proposals through the Bonfire portal by October 16, 2025, at 2:00 PM CDT, with a pre-bid conference scheduled for September 30, 2025, at 10:30 am via web conference. The project has a total contract time of 245 calendar days and requires comprehensive documentation including a Conflict of Interest Statement, Bid Form, Proposal Form, Bid Bond, and Prequalification Statement. Evaluation will be conducted to select the lowest responsible bidder, with final award contingent on City review and Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) concurrence.

The procurement includes a 5% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal, providing opportunities for minority and small business participation. Contractors must be prequalified for specific work types related to construction, excavation, roadway and sidewalk maintenance, concrete work, pavement marking, traffic control, and erosion control. While the exact contract value is not explicitly stated, the project is funded through Safe Routes to School funding, suggesting a focus on infrastructure enhancement and student safety. Bidders must comply with local, state, and federal regulations and submit materials in PDF and Excel formats with a maximum file upload size of 1000 MB. Optional submission materials include additional DBE documentation, and suppliers must meet specific technical requirements for digital submission through the prescribed portal.