GENERAL CONTRACTOR FOR BOND PROJECT

Hidalgo Independent School District is seeking a General Contractor for a bond project in Hidalgo, Texas, with an estimated budget of $14,000,000 and a target substantial completion date of March 2028. The scope of work includes the construction of three new facilities: a 21,000 sq. ft. Career and Technical Education (CTE) Building, a 5,002 sq. ft. Sports Center Complex Building, and a 3,528 sq. ft. Agricultural Barn Building. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM on Friday, December 11, 2026, at the Hidalgo ISD Business Office. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for November 17, 2026, at the Hidalgo ISD Auditorium. The contract will be awarded based on the best overall value, with evaluation weights heavily favoring price (50 points), followed by construction experience, past performance, and the proposed timeline. Requirements include the provision of payment and performance bonds, adherence to a prevailing wage schedule, and compliance with ADA, OSHA, and EPA standards. The contractor must provide certificates of insurance and follow specific packaging and marking standards for materials. Payment is processed monthly on the 20th using AIA Documents G702 and G703, subject to review by the project architect.