Yarrington Water Treatment Plant Disinfection Modification

The City of Kyle, Texas is soliciting sealed bids under IFB-2026-072 for the Yarrington Water Plant Disinfection Improvements, with a non-mandatory pre-bid virtual conference on November 5, 2026 and bids due December 1, 2026. The solicitation identifies no set-asides.

The base bid covers removal and replacement of the chlorine gas system and associated appurtenances, plus miscellaneous building improvements. Alternate bid items cover demolition of the existing chlorine gas system, installation of an onsite sodium hypochlorite generation system and associated appurtenances, and a Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer building with equipment. Unit-price supplementary items cover additional excavation, backfill, piping, and water line work, priced alongside a lump-sum base bid. Bidders must submit a Qualifications Statement with financial statements, safety records, surety information, key personnel resumes, and evidence of similar project experience. Pape-Dawson, the engineering firm, issued the project manual.

The contract runs 230 calendar days from Notice to Proceed, with substantial completion required within 200 calendar days. Liquidated damages are $250 per day for delays past substantial completion and $100 per day for delays past final completion. Bidders post 5% bid security by certified check, cashier's check, or bid bond, and the awardee executes performance and payment bonds for 100% of the contract amount. Award goes to the lowest responsible bidder whose bid is responsive to all requirements. Before award, the awardee must complete Texas Ethics Commission Form CIQ and Form 1295.

Bid documents have been available on the City of Kyle OpenGov portal since October 26, 2026. Written questions are due through OpenGov by 5:00 p.m. on November 16, 2026, with responses posted by 5:00 p.m. on November 23, 2026. Sealed bids are due by 3:00 p.m. on December 1, 2026, through the OpenGov portal.