Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation and Renewal

The City of Houston is requesting bids for wastewater collection system rehabilitation and renewal services within City limits under Competitive Bid Solicitation CB-2026-0025, with bids due July 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time. No MBE or WBE participation goals apply due to the Texas Water Development Board funding source, though the City strongly encourages prime contractors to utilize local small firms listed in the City's small business directory.

The scope includes point repairs, trenchless pipe installation methods (slip lining, pipe bursting, slurry boring), extensive cleaning and CCTV inspection of sewer lines, manhole construction and rehabilitation, and surface restoration. All work must comply with Houston Public Works specifications and scope requirements. Bidders must demonstrate at least three prior contracts as a prime vendor for work of similar size and scope and provide references with their bid.

The estimated construction budget is $5.5 million, funded through the Texas Water Development Board. The contractor must achieve substantial completion within 730 days after the date of commencement, subject to contract adjustments. The estimated award start date is September 2026, with City Council agenda scheduled for August 2026.

Bidders must submit a Bid Bond or certified cashier's check equal to 10% of the total bid amount. All bids must remain firm for a minimum of 120 days. The City's standard payment term is 30 days after invoice or receipt of services under the Texas Prompt Payment Act, though the City may elect earlier payment in exchange for an early payment discount.

A pre-bid conference is scheduled for June 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time via Microsoft Teams. The deadline for submitting pre-bid questions is June 24, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Central Time, with a maximum of 25 questions per bidder permitted.