This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the Van Horn Roof Replacement project issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) of the State of Texas. Bidders must submit electronic responses no later than 5:00 PM Central Time on May 28, 2026. For information, contact Toribio Solis at ***@***. *. * or **** is not accepting in-person responses. Bidders must sign their response, and false statements may lead to disqualification or contract cancellation. The contract term is one year from the effective date, with a possible six-month extension. Pricing must be submitted on the mandatory pricing schedule and includes all costs. Invoices must be itemized and approved by DPS before payment. A pre-bid site visit is scheduled for May 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM, and attendance is strongly encouraged but not mandatory. Evaluation will be based on best value, considering past performance. Bonds may be required for contracts over $25,000 or $100,000. A 48-hour response time is required for warranty calls, with 30 days to replace defective products. DPS reserves the right to withhold 10% retainage. Criminal history background checks may be required for project personnel.
The bid submission deadline is May 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM Central Time, as stated in the solicitation document.
The bid notice mentions prompt payment discounts for 10, 20, or 30 days. It also recommends electronic funds transfer (EFT) for payments and requires a completed direct deposit authorization form if chosen.
The bid notice states that DPS requires the contractor to respond to any warranty call concerning this project within a 48-hour time period, and the contractor will have 30 days to replace defective products after receipt of notification.
DPS will evaluate responses in accordance with the best value standard, as stated in the solicitation document.
Bidders must submit proposed pricing on the mandatory pricing schedule that includes all costs, fees, licenses, and all expenses for the contractor's delivery and performance of the commodities or services requested. Upon request, bidders must also provide evidence of their financial resources and ability to perform.
The bid notice states that DPS may pursue and enforce any available remedies against the bidder for making any false statement, including disqualifying the bidder's response, immediately canceling any contract awarded to the vendor, or recommending state of Texas debarment. A contractor or subcontractor who violates prevailing wage rate statutes must pay $60 for each worker employed for each calendar day or part of the day that the worker is paid less than the wage rates stipulated in the contract.
A pre-bid site visit will be held at the Van Horn Area Office on May 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Attendance is not mandatory but is strongly encouraged.
The last day to submit written questions for clarification is May 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST.
