Simon Minchen Trail to Sims

Houston Parks Board is requesting competitive sealed proposals for construction of the Simon Minchen Trail to Sims pedestrian trail project at Simon Minchen Park (4900 W Fuqua St, Houston, TX 77075), with proposals due September 10, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at the Houston Parks Board Annex Building. MWSBE participation goals apply and must be documented with certification for each subcontractor.

The scope includes approximately 612 square yards of concrete pedestrian trail, 612 square yards of cement-stabilized sand base, 893 cubic yards of earthwork with rough and fine grading, and 67 plantings. Work requires a Traffic Control Plan for construction in or near existing roadways, a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan with associated features, hydromulch seeding of all disturbed areas, and contractor responsibility for disposal of excess material and debris. All work must comply with City of Houston Standard Documents and Specifications, TxDOT 2024 Standard Specifications, and Harris County Flood Control District rules.

The estimated construction budget is under $500,000. The Contract Price is a stipulated lump sum inclusive of contractor's fee and all amounts necessary for final completion, with guaranteed substantial completion 90 calendar days after issuance of Notice to Proceed. Liquidated damages are $1,200.00 per day for delays beyond contract time. Monthly progress payments are due within 30 days of properly submitted invoices; contractors must submit conditional progress lien waivers from themselves and all subcontractors with each payment application.

A security deposit equal to 10 percent of the total proposal price, submitted as a certified check, cashier's check, or bid bond, is required. Performance and statutory payment bonds executed by sureties authorized to conduct business in Texas are mandatory. Contractors must implement a Drug-Free Workplace Policy compliant with City of Houston Mayor's Drug Policy and Executive Order No. 1-31. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting will be held via Microsoft Teams. Proposals will be publicly opened and read aloud on September 10 at the submission location. Project plans, specifications, and bid documents are available at www.civcastusa.com, with addenda posted as required.