CSP - Boyce Dorian Park Improvement Plan for the Office of the County Engineer ($1,743,261)

Harris County has issued solicitation 26/0363 for the Boyce Dorian Park Improvement Plan, a firm fixed price contract valued at 1,743,261 dollars for the Office of the County Engineer. Located at 2000 Erastus St in Houston, Texas, the project scope encompasses comprehensive landscaping and site work, including tree protection, irrigation installation, and the planting of trees, shrubs, and groundcover. Additional improvements include the installation of park benches, trash receptacles, picnic tables, a multilevel grill, and fencing along the northern and southern property lines, as well as enhancements to seating and gathering spaces and the community garden. The project requires strict adherence to ADA compliance, verified through TDLR review and inspection. The construction phase is anticipated to last 90 calendar days, with a subsequent minimum 90-day maintenance period following substantial completion to cover weeding, mowing, and plant replacement. Contractors must adhere to rigorous quality control standards, including the use of TxDOT certified specialists for asphalt testing and the application of protective coverings on metal fabrications and railings. Award decisions will be based on a combination of price, performance, and compliance with department needs, following a negotiation process and a Best and Final Offer. Required security includes bid, performance, and payment bonds, with specific performance bonds required for the City of Houston regarding storm water quality structural controls. Proposals must be submitted via the Bonfire portal or as a sealed hard copy by the November 30, 2026 deadline.