Kashmere and Northwest Storage Tank Construction

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) has issued Invitation for Bids IFB Doc1420506388 for the replacement of petroleum storage tanks at the Kashmere and Northwest Bus Operating Facilities in Houston, Texas. This firm fixed price project has a not-to-exceed value of 1,250,000.00 dollars and a performance period of 365 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. The scope of work encompasses the demolition and construction of underground and aboveground storage tanks, pumps, piping, and associated infrastructure, including electrical systems, pavement, and landscaping. The project requires strict adherence to technical specifications from METRO, the City of Houston, and TxDOT, as well as environmental compliance with TCEQ regulations and the implementation of site-specific Soil and Groundwater Management Plans and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans. Bids must be submitted electronically via the METRO EUNA Bonfire hub by September 3, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. CST. Evaluation is based on a lowest price technically acceptable approach, with a heavy emphasis on compliance with Minimum Qualification Levels and the achievement of SBE and DBE participation goals. Contractors must provide a competent on-site superintendent and a designated safety representative, while adhering to rigorous security protocols, including mandatory vehicle searches and the procurement of access badges. Performance is subject to destination inspection at the project sites, with final acceptance granted upon the issuance of a Certificate of Substantial Completion by METRO.