Inspection & Repair of Texas Coastal Ocean Observation Network Station #8779749 South Padre Island, TX

The Texas General Land Office is soliciting proposals under RFP 8510-SJ for the inspection, repair, and structural component replacement of the South Padre Island Brazos Santiago Single Pile Instrumentation Platform, specifically Texas Coastal Ocean Observation Network Station 8779749. The scope of work includes conducting field inspections of the cathodic protection system, installing approved punch list items, replacing grating, and providing final as-built records and warranty information. All work must adhere to OSHA and EPA regulations, utilizing marine-grade 316 stainless steel for splash zone components and following NOAA best management practices. The contract is effective through August 31, 2027, with the possibility of extensions up to five years, and is subject to the availability of state funds. Award will be based on the best value, with evaluation weights assigned to cost (40%), experience and qualifications (25%), technical proposal (25%), and safety record (10%). Minimum qualifications require respondents to have at least five years of maritime construction experience and a proven track record of coastal marine services completed within the last three years. Selected contractors must demonstrate financial solvency through a detailed financial evaluation and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, pollution liability, and marine contractor's liability. Proposals must be submitted via Box.com by October 19, 2026, and must follow specific formatting and page limit guidelines.