Tom Slick Park

The City of San Antonio Public Works Department is seeking bids for a construction project at Tom Slick Park through an Invitation for Bids (IFB) process. The procurement is structured as a unit price or lump sum contract with established prices remaining valid throughout the contract duration. The project requires substantial completion within 270 calendar days and involves hazardous environmental work, with an estimated construction budget of $484,000. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation through CivCast, including bid bonds, experience qualifications, and utilization plans. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will be conducted via WebEx on March 4, 2025, at 1:30 PM CT, with all bidder questions due by March 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM CT. Bid submissions will be accepted from February 24, 2025, until March 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM CT, and contractors are required to install two project signs as part of the work scope.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside and preference programs designed to support small and disadvantaged businesses. These include the Small Business Economic Development Advocacy (SBEDA) Program, Local Preference Program, and Veteran-Owned Small Business Preference Program. Bidders must comply with prevailing wage rate requirements and demonstrate specific qualifications to be considered. The city explicitly notes that quantities shown are estimates, and award of the contract does not guarantee the contractor will receive all work outlined in the IFB. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the total project budget of $484,000 suggests a significant opportunity for qualified contractors. Potential bidders should carefully review all documentation and ensure compliance with the various programmatic requirements, including small business participation goals and local economic development objectives.