Texas State Capitol North Entrance Door Operator Replacement

The State Preservation Board of Texas is seeking proposals for the Texas State Capitol North Entrance Door Operator Replacement project through RFP 809-26-0003. The procurement involves comprehensive replacement of existing hydraulic swing door operators with new Record USA C127X center pivot automatic door operators at the north entrance of the Texas State Capitol. Specific project deliverables include demolition of existing equipment, installation of new door operators, modification of pivot arms, electrical work, and structural modifications while maintaining historic preservation standards. Key qualifications for respondents include a minimum of five years of experience with door operator installation, wood repair, historic masonry restoration, and terrazzo work. Evaluation criteria will assess team experience with historic masonry and wood (30 points), door operator installation (30 points), renovation work (20 points), and cost proposal (20 points). Critical procurement dates include an optional pre-proposal site visit on January 6, 2026, a question submission deadline of January 8, 2026, and proposal submissions due by January 16, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time.

The procurement includes mandatory VetHUB (Historically Underutilized Businesses) Subcontracting Plan requirements, which necessitate prime contractors demonstrate commitment to utilizing certified HUB subcontractors. Respondents must submit a bid bond of $25,000 and provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability. The project has an estimated budget of $800,000, with the contract including 5% contractor and 5% owner contingencies. Contractors must comply with Texas Government Code provisions and obtain performance and payment bonds. Submission requirements are extensive, including company profiles, proposed project personnel, firm references, project plan and schedule, and a completed HUB Subcontracting Plan. The contract will terminate on August 31, 2028, with monthly progress payments and a five percent retainage policy for projects extending beyond one month.