FTW Midfield Area Pond D Expansion Construction

The FTW Midfield Area Pond D Expansion Construction project, City Project No. 107108, is a solicitation by the City of Fort Worth for the expansion of detention pond D at Meacham International Airport. The scope of work includes storm drain demolition, earthwork for pond expansion, and the installation of reinforced concrete pipe. The project is structured with a base bid for primary demolition and earthwork, along with two additive alternates specifically for the jack and bore installation of 30-inch reinforced concrete pipe under the existing Taxiway Hotel. Construction will be performed in phases, with Phase I estimated to last 60 days, and requires strict adherence to safety protocols for working on active taxilanes. Bids must be submitted electronically via the Bonfire platform by October 22, 2026. Proposals are evaluated based on the summation of estimated quantities multiplied by unit bid prices. Requirements for bidders include a 30 percent small business utilization goal, a prequalification statement, and a conflict of interest affidavit. The successful contractor must provide performance, payment, and maintenance bonds, with the maintenance bond covering a period of two years after final acceptance. Additionally, the project mandates compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wages, Buy American preferences, and various civil rights regulations.