The City of Nacogdoches, Texas is seeking bids for construction services for the Summer Hill Drainage Improvements Project. The project involves the installation of storm drain improvements, including inlets, slotted drains, and polypropylene storm sewer pipe, as well as concrete pavement, curb and gutter, sidewalks, driveways, and water main rerouting. Bidders must submit sealed bids by June 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM. A bid bond or cashier's check of 5% of the total bid amount is required. Bidders are responsible for examining contract documents, visiting the site, and understanding all local conditions and regulations. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids. No pre-bid conference will be held. Contractors must comply with all federal, state, and local laws, including those related to safety and environmental protection. Performance and payment bonds will be required from the successful bidder.
The bid due date is June 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
The bid notice does not explicitly detail payment terms for contractors, but it does mention progress payments and final payment procedures within the contract documents.
The contract documents state that upon issuance of a certificate of final completion, the contractor warrants for a period of one year that all labor and materials provided shall be new and that all work will be of good quality, free from faults and defects, and in conformance with the agreement.
The determination of the lowest responsible bidder may involve factors such as price, conformity to specifications, financial ability to perform the contract, previous performance, facilities and equipment, availability of repair parts, qualifications and experience, delivery promise, payment terms, compatibility, other costs, and other objectives and accountable factors.
To demonstrate qualifications, bidders must be prepared to submit written evidence such as financial data, previous experience, and present commitments. Each bid must contain evidence of the bidder's qualifications to do business in Texas or a covenant to obtain such qualification prior to award. Factors considered include work previously completed, permanent place of business, adequate plant and equipment, prompt payment of claims, appropriate technical experience, job references, and satisfactory performance on similar projects.
The contract specifies liquidated damages of **** for each and every calendar day that the contractor is in default after the time stipulated for substantial completion and/or final completion.
The bid notice states that a pre-bid meeting will not be held for this project, implying that site visits are not formally scheduled or mandatory.
The bid notice states that bidders may be required to provide samples of items if requested by the owner, without charge, and if not destroyed, they shall be returned at the bidder's expense.
The bid notice does not specify a deadline for challenging the bid process or award.
Bidders may be disqualified for reasons including failure to use the proposal form, lack of signature, failure to properly complete the proposal, evidence of collusion, omission of bid security, unauthorized alteration of bid form, lack of appropriate qualifications and experience, unsatisfactory performance, failure to complete projects, or loaded or unbalanced bids.
