SMCISD Mendez Elementary Replacement

San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District (SMCISD) is seeking competitive sealed proposals (Solicitation Number CSP-MD-2024-01) for a comprehensive replacement of Mendez Elementary School located in San Marcos, Texas. The project involves complete demolition of the existing campus and construction of a new elementary school facility, with a pre-proposal conference scheduled for June 27, 2024, at 2:00 PM and proposals due on July 16, 2024, at 2:00 PM. Deliverables include a fully constructed educational facility with extensive technical specifications covering architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and technology infrastructure. The project will be executed under a single prime contract with two construction phases: Phase 1 to be completed by November 15, 2025, and Phase 2 by March 15, 2026. Bid evaluation will utilize a weighted selection criteria including proposed contract amount (40%), contract time (10%), key personnel (7%), subcontractors (12%), project experience (12%), financial background (15%), and additional factors like claims and quality control program (4%). Potential bidders must register on BidNetDirect, submit comprehensive proposals, and provide performance and payment bonds, with all questions to be submitted in writing to michael.doyle@smcisd.net.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The total construction budget is $57,056,500, with additional bid alternates and allowances totaling approximately $1,260,000 covering contingencies such as pier overages, reinforcing steel, structural steel, electrical transformer wiring, distributed antenna system, community pavilion, and solar panel installations. The project will utilize rooftop cooling units and standardized security systems, with the district noting they do not have a dedicated IT contractor and will be seeking proposals through this competitive sealed proposal process. Contractors will be required to comply with prevailing wage rates and provide proof of insurance. The project is contingent upon approval from the SMCISD Board of Directors and obtaining a building permit from the City of San Marcos. All project-related documentation, including technical specifications for technology infrastructure, structural designs, and MEP systems, indicates a sophisticated, comprehensive school replacement project with rigorous technical and operational requirements.