Sidewalk New Construction Work Order Package #1 - Citywide Work Orders for Council District Service Fund (CDSF) Project #16

The City of Houston Public Works Department is soliciting bids for sidewalk new construction work orders under Council District Service Fund Project #16 (Work Order Package #1), with proposals due October 22, 2026. The contract is structured as a work order agreement under which the City may issue multiple work authorizations within 730 calendar days after Notice to Proceed, with individual project timelines ranging from 30 days for work valued $0–$50,000 to 90+ days for projects exceeding $250,001.

The scope encompasses new sidewalk construction, driveway reconstruction, median modifications, new pavement markings, signage, wheelchair ramps, walkways, curbs, curb and gutter, pedestrian crossings, and miscellaneous work as needed to support the Sidewalk Program. The contractor must comply with MBE, WBE, and SBE participation goals, with no excess from one goal type applicable to another. The contractor is responsible for mobilization, temporary facilities, traffic control, environmental compliance, insurance, and site restoration unless otherwise specified in individual work orders.

The total contract price shall not exceed $2 million, including allowances and accepted alternates. The City will issue progress payments monthly and Certificates for Payment accordingly. Contract time for individual work authorizations adjusts based on material availability or infrastructure needs. Liquidated damages for delay are stipulated in the Supplementary Conditions for each day beyond contract time.

The contractor must provide performance bonds, statutory payment bonds, one-year maintenance bonds, and one-year surface correction bonds. Prevailing wage rates for engineering construction and trench safety requirements apply. The contract is renewable for two additional years upon expiration if the Director requests renewal at least 30 days prior to expiration and sufficient funds are allocated. Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations is required.