Hiram Clarke Bus Operating Facility Fire Suppression Rehabiliation

Metro Houston has issued Invitation for Bids IFB-2026000028 for the rehabilitation of fire suppression water supply and fire pump facilities at the Hiram Clark Bus Operating Facility in Houston, Texas. The project involves the demolition of existing structures and the construction of a new 300 square foot free-standing electric fire pump house with load-bearing masonry walls and a new 25,000-gallon break water tank. The scope includes the relocation and reinstallation of fire pump equipment and requires strict adherence to NFPA 20, 24, and 72, as well as the International Building Code and International Fire Code. All work must comply with the current adopted codes of the City of Houston and be coordinated to ensure continuous fire protection service. The contract is fully funded by Metro with a 35 percent small business participation goal. The estimated start date for the work is December 21, 2026, with a total period of performance of 335 calendar days, which includes an allowance of 54 days for inclement weather. Bidders must submit responses electronically via the Bonfire system by September 16, 2026. Compliance requirements include the submission of Form 1295 via the TEC electronic filing application, adherence to prevailing wage rates for non-federally funded projects, and the implementation of a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan and TCEZ requirements.