ITB - Culverts

Washington County, Texas, is soliciting bids under solicitation number WCRB 2027-02 for the procurement of various sizes of corrugated metal culverts conforming to ASTM-A760 standards. The estimated annual expenditure for these materials is approximately $30,000, with all prices quoted F.O.B. to the Washington County Engineering and Development Services office in Brenham, Texas. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope to the Washington County Clerk’s Office by December 3, 2026, at 10:00 am. Required submission documents include the completed bid proposal, a W-9 form, a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, and a minimum of three professional references. The contract award will be based on total price, the contractor's ability to meet the county's special requirements, and past performance with other Texas counties. The contract is governed by Texas law, with exclusive venue in Washington County. Key financial terms include a net thirty-day invoice period and a requirement for a monthly affidavit to substantiate any price escalations. The county reserves the right to adjust quantities without price adjustments and may extend the contract in sixty-day increments, not to exceed a total of 180 days beyond the original period. Contractors must provide proof of workers' compensation and liability insurance before rendering services and must indemnify the county. The county serves as the sole authority for the inspection and acceptance of materials, and payments are processed only after satisfactory delivery is confirmed.