RFP for Repairs and Improvements to the Port of Brownsville North Tank (1MG)

The Brownsville Navigation District of Cameron County, Texas is requesting proposals for repairs and improvements to the Port of Brownsville North Tank (1MG), with proposals due November 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM and a pre-proposal meeting scheduled for October 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM via Microsoft Teams.

The scope includes furnishing and installing one 6-inch flapper gate/overflow screen combination; removing and installing a new interior galvanized safety climb system meeting ANSI and OSHA requirements; replacing eighteen wind rods; and replacing nine erection rods. All work must comply with manufacturer requirements, industry standards, and applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations.

Pricing shall be submitted as a total lump-sum price with itemized breakouts for the four primary work components, including all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, transportation, testing, and incidental costs. Payment will be made within 30 days of invoice or material/service receipt, whichever is later, under the Texas Prompt Payment Act.

The successful vendor must obtain and maintain Worker's Compensation insurance at statutory limits, Comprehensive General Liability of $1 million per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage, and Comprehensive Automotive Liability of $1 million per occurrence, with the District named as additional insured.

Questions are due October 27, 2026 at 3:00 PM. Evaluation Committee meetings are scheduled for November 6–12, 2026, with Board presentation for award anticipated November 18, 2026 and award notification November 19, 2026. Vendors must comply with Texas Government Code Chapter 2270 prohibiting boycotts of Israel and submit a Disclosure of Interested Parties Form (Form 1295), Vendor Registration Form, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, Statement of Non-Collusion, and proof of insurance. The District reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, cancel the RFP, award to multiple vendors, and negotiate with respondents.