Lake Alan Henry Raw Waterline Cleaning

The City of Lubbock, Texas, is issuing a competitive solicitation for the Lake Alan Henry Raw Waterline Cleaning project, designated as RFP 26-19188-TF, with a posting date of October 5, 2025, and a response deadline of October 23, 2025. The project involves cleaning approximately 50 miles of 42-inch and 48-inch raw water pipelines from Lake Alan Henry to the South Lubbock Water Treatment Plant, with work scheduled between November 2025 and February 2026. The scope includes pigging and cleaning the pipelines to meet specified cleanliness standards, with the City providing labor under contractor guidance, following detailed technical specifications and engineering plans. The contract size ranges from $50,000 to $150,000, and proposals must adhere to requirements outlined in the RFP, including bonds, insurance, and compliance with prevailing wage and equal opportunity laws. Bidders are required to submit various documentation to demonstrate their qualifications, including a Statement of Qualifications, safety records, conflict of interest disclosures, and non-collusion affidavits. The process emphasizes responsible contracting practices, with evaluations based on experience, safety, financial capability, and adherence to technical standards. The solicitation also mandates the submission of a proposed list of subcontractors, insurance affidavits, and proposals that remain valid for 60 days. The comprehensive package ensures that the selected contractor will execute the pipeline cleaning efficiently, safely, and in accordance with the City’s standards and legal requirements, with the goal of maintaining the integrity and operational efficiency of the water infrastructure.