Cottage Grove East – Phase II Paving and Drainage Improvements

The City of Houston solicitation CB-2026-0060 is for the Cottage Grove East Phase II Paving and Drainage Improvements project, with an estimated construction budget of 24 million dollars. The scope of work involves the removal of existing pavement and utilities and the construction of new pavement, drainage, water, and sewer systems across Cottage Grove, Cottage Oaks, and Brunner. Additional requirements include the installation of lighting, signage, and pavement markings, as well as the implementation of traffic control and stormwater prevention measures. The project has a substantial completion timeline of 800 days from the date of commencement. Bids are due by October 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT and must be submitted via the Beacon Bid portal. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder providing the overall low net bid. Bidders must provide a bid bond equal to 10 percent of the total bid amount and demonstrate experience by providing at least three prime contracts of similar size and scope. Compliance with the City of Houston's MWSBE goals is required, specifically 4 percent for WBE and 12 percent for SBE, with a 10 percent goal for MBE. Other critical requirements include adherence to prevailing wage rates, submission of electronic certified payroll, and compliance with the Pay or Play program and Hire Houston First local preference policies. Technical execution must align with provided geotechnical and environmental site assessments, including specific handling for asbestos-containing materials.