FY25-094 1701 E. Hillside Demolition Building and Foundation Laredo International Airport

The City of Laredo is seeking bids for the demolition of a building and foundation at 1701 E. Hillside, located at the Laredo International Airport, with a response deadline of October 6, 2025. The project falls under NAICS code 238910 and involves a contract valued between $500,000 and $1,500,000. Vendors are instructed to submit the original bid along with five copies to the specified address. The city emphasizes a local vendor preference policy established by ordinance 2018-O-175, granting a 5% evaluation advantage to local bidders, while also reserving the right to reject any or all bids and to waive minor irregularities. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Patricia Perez, reachable via email or phone. The bidding process requires vendors to comply with the Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (Form CIQ), which must be filed within seven days of contract discussions to ensure transparency and adherence to Texas Local Government Code Chapter 176. The scope of the project and related procedures are detailed in the solicitation documents, which include instructions for bid submission, evaluation criteria, and compliance requirements. The city’s procurement process is designed to promote fair competition and transparency, with specific emphasis on local preference, legal compliance, and the right to reject bids that do not meet the specified criteria. Additional related documents include various requests for proposals and invitations for bids for other city projects and services, highlighting the city’s ongoing procurement activities across different departments and sectors.