Texas DIR/ESBD #RFB2026-015

City of Waco Carver Neighborhood Street, Utility, and Pedestrian Improvements

The City of Waco, Texas is seeking bids for a comprehensive infrastructure improvement project in the Waco Carver Neighborhood, focusing on Dallas Street and portions of Chestnut Street. - Government Buyer: - City of Waco, Texas (Purchasing Services Office) - Contact: Paul Campos, Purchasing Agent - Scope of Work: - Storm drainage installation and improvements - Water and sewer utility upgrades, including extensive new PVC and steel water lines, gate valves, fire hydrants, and wastewater lines - Street reconstruction, including asphalt and concrete pavement, curbs, gutters, and drive approaches - Creation of on-street parking and dedicated bike lanes - Sidewalk widening, ADA-compliant ramps, and accessible features - Pedestrian lighting (antique street lights, poles, and fixtures) - Landscaping (Cedar Elm trees, Bermuda sod, irrigation system) - Traffic control, signage, and pavement markings - Key Products/Materials: - Large quantities of C-900 PVC water line (16", 12", 8"), steel encasement pipe, ductile iron pipe (DIP) fittings, reinforced concrete pipe, and manholes - Electrical service and conductors for lighting - Specialized concrete and asphalt mixes for various street and sidewalk applications - Notable Requirements: - Prime contractor must self-perform at least 30% of the work - Project completion required within 450 calendar days; $1,000/day liquidated damages for delays - Electronic bidding via EUNA/Bonfire system; non-mandatory pre-bid meeting via Zoom - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation or attachments - Unique Aspects: - Emphasis on ADA compliance, pedestrian safety, and neighborhood beautification - Extensive utility and surface infrastructure replacement in a residential area - Large-scale landscaping and irrigation included as part of the street improvement

Description

This solicitation is a Request for Bids (RFB 2026-015) for the Dallas Street (Waco Carver Neighborhood Bike and Pedestrian) Project in Waco, Texas. The project scope includes improvements along Dallas Street from Waco Drive to Elm Avenue and Chestnut Street from Sherman Street to the cul-de-sac. Work involves storm drainage, water and sewer utilities upgrades, street reconstruction, on-street parking and bike lanes, sidewalk widening, ADA ramps, pedestrian lighting, and landscaping. Bids are to be submitted sealed to the City of Waco's Operations Center by 2:00 P.M. on May 28, 2026. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held via Zoom on May 12, 2026, at 10:00 A.M.

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