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The City of Houston is soliciting proposals under CSP-2026-0005 for the repair, rehabilitation, removal, disposal, and replacement of storm sewer infrastructure, including lines, leads, outfalls, manholes, and inlets. This procurement consolidates six individual projects into a single solicitation to support the Local Drainage Program and the Storm Water Action Team (SWAT) Program, which aims to resolve localized drainage issues. The resulting agreements will be structured as Work Order Contracts with a combined estimated construction budget of 50 million dollars. Individual project budgets range from 7 million to 15 million dollars, with performance durations varying between 730 and 1,095 days.
Proposals are due by October 15, 2026, and will be evaluated based on technical competence, cost, and local preference, with awards made sequentially to the highest-ranked firms. Key requirements for proposers include maintaining an Experience Modification Rate (EMR) of 0.95 or below, providing five years of OSHA 300A summaries, and ensuring key personnel possess at least ten years of relevant experience. Bidders must also adhere to strict MWSBE participation goals of 13 percent for Minority Business Enterprises and 7 percent for Women Business Enterprises. Compliance with the City of Houston Pay or Play Program, Hire Houston First designation, and various local government codes regarding conflicts of interest and ownership disclosure is mandatory.
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Houston seeks proposals for 50 million dollars in storm sewer infrastructure repair projects.
HighAI Summary for 00430 Bidder's Bond for City of Houston Project: This document, titled '00430 Bidder's Bond,' dated May 2, 2019, is a binding agreement between the Bidder and Surety to the City of Houston. It guarantees the Bidder's commitment to perform the work as per the bid proposal and contract documents. The bond amount is 10% of the total bid price. If the Bidder fails to execute the contract and required bonds within the contract time, the bond remains in full force. The document includes conditions, obligations, and notice procedures, and requires signatures from the Bidder and Surety with attached Power of Attorney.
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HighAI Summary for 00470 - Bidder's MWSBE Participation Plan: This document, edition dated 01-18-2022, is the Bidder's MWSBE Participation Plan form required by the City of Houston. It must be submitted with the bid to demonstrate the bidder's plan to meet Minority/Women-owned Small Business Enterprise (M/WBE) contract goals. The form includes instructions on meeting MBE and WBE goals separately, the use of Small Business Enterprise (SBE) credits, and prime level participation. It also outlines the requirement to submit a Record of Good Faith Efforts and a Request for Deviation if goals cannot be met. The document contains tables for listing certified firms, NAICS codes, work descriptions, and participation percentages. By submitting, the bidder agrees to formal subcontracting agreements with listed MWBE subcontractors upon contract award.
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HighAI Summary for 00471 - Pre-Bid Good Faith Efforts Form: This document, titled 'Pre-Bid Good Faith Efforts' (Document 00471), dated August 2015, is a form required by the City of Houston for bidders or proposers who may not meet the Minority, Women, Small Business Enterprise (MWSBE) participation goals in a contract. It must be submitted along with supporting documentation to demonstrate the bidder's good faith efforts to meet the MWSBE goals as outlined in the City's Good Faith Efforts Policy (Document 00808). The form includes tables for listing NAICS codes, plan item numbers, MWSBE types, certified firm contact information, methods and dates of contact, responses, and results of contact. Failure to submit this form when the participation plan does not meet the contract goal may result in the bid being found non-responsive. The document is intended to be completed by the bidder or prime contractor and reviewed by the Office of Business Opportunity after the selection of an apparent low bidder.
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HighAI Summary for Bidder's MWSBE Goal Deviation Request: This document is a Bidder's MWSBE (Minority, Women, and Small Business Enterprise) Goal Deviation Request form. It is used by bidders or proposers to request deviation from the department-approved MWSBE goals for a specific project and bid or contract number. The form includes fields for the bidder's proposed MWSBE goals compared to the department's goals, justification for the deviation, and any additional good faith efforts not listed in the Good Faith Effort Report. It also contains sections for bidder contact information and official approval status by the OBO representative. The document is essential for compliance and evaluation of MWSBE participation in the contracting process.
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HighAI Summary for City of Houston Ownership Information Form: This document is the City of Houston Ownership Information Form, revised on 12/23/2019. It is used to comply with the City of Houston Contractor Ownership Disclosure Ordinance, the Fair Campaign Ordinance, and the State of Texas Statement of Residency Requirements. The form collects detailed ownership information, including names and addresses of owners with 10% or more interest, officers, and directors. It also includes sections for bidder residency status, organizational entity type, listing of business addresses in Houston, and optional tax appeal information. The form must be completed and submitted with the official bid or proposal form, with instructions emphasizing legibility and completeness.
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HighAI Summary for CSP-2026-0005: Local Drainage Program and Storm Water Action Team Program: Issued September 18, 2026, this Competitive Sealed Proposal (CSP) seeks qualified firms for the repair, rehabilitation, and replacement of storm sewer infrastructure. The procurement consolidates six individual projects into work order contracts, with estimated budgets ranging from $5 million to $15 million per project. The solicitation includes a pre-proposal conference on September 30, 2026, and a submission deadline of October 15, 2026.
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HighAI Summary for Exhibit I - Offer and Submittal, References (CSP): This document is a proposal submission form (Exhibit I) for the City of Houston. It includes a formal offer and warranty section, a request for a list of previous customers (references) with project descriptions, and a section to identify proposed subcontractors and suppliers.
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HighAI Summary for M-420126-0146-4 FY 2027 Local Drainage Program Work Order Contract #2: Project Manual for the City of Houston Public Works FY 2027 Local Drainage Program (LDP) Work Order Contract #2 (WBS No. M-420126-0146-4), dated June 2026. The document includes the Table of Contents, contracting requirements, supplementary conditions, and detailed technical specifications across Divisions 01 through 16, covering general requirements and extensive site work/infrastructure rehabilitation.
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HighAI Summary for M-420126-0150-4 FY 2027 Local Drainage Program Work Order Contract #3: Project Manual for the City of Houston Public Works FY 2027 Local Drainage Program (LDP) Work Order Contract #3 (WBS No. M-420126-0150-4), dated August 2026. The document contains the table of contents and detailed technical specifications for Divisions 00 through 16, covering bidding requirements, general conditions, site work, and infrastructure rehabilitation including drainage, sewer, and water line installations.
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HighAI Summary for M-420126-0151-4 FY 2027 Local Drainage Program Work Order Contract #4: Project Manual for the City of Houston Public Works FY 2027 Local Drainage Program (LDP) Work Order Contract #4 (WBS No. M-420126-0151-4), dated August 2026. The document contains the table of contents and detailed technical specifications across Divisions 00 through 16, covering contracting requirements, general conditions, site work, and infrastructure rehabilitation.
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HighAI Summary for M-430006-0039-4 FY2026 Drainage Rehab (SWAT) Project Manual: Project Manual for the City of Houston Public Works FY2026 Drainage Rehab (SWAT) Work Orders #2 (WBS No. M-430006-0039-4). The document includes the Table of Contents, contracting requirements, supplementary conditions, and detailed technical specifications across Divisions 01 through 16, covering general requirements and site work for infrastructure rehabilitation.
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HighAI Summary for M-430006-0040-4 FY2026 Drainage Rehab (SWAT) Project Manual: Project Manual for the City of Houston Public Works Infrastructure Rehabilitation, specifically FY2026 Drainage Rehab (SWAT) Work Orders #3 (WBS No. M-430006-0040-4). The document includes a comprehensive table of contents covering contracting requirements, supplementary conditions, and detailed technical specifications across Divisions 01 and 02, focusing on general requirements and site work for drainage and sewer infrastructure.
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HighAI Summary for M-430006-0045-4 FY2027 Drainage Rehab (SWAT) Project Manual: Project Manual for the City of Houston Public Works FY2027 Drainage Rehab (SWAT) Work Orders #1 (WBS No. M-430006-0045-4). The document contains the table of contents and detailed technical specifications across Divisions 00 through 16, including contracting requirements, general conditions, supplementary conditions, and extensive site work specifications for drainage and utility infrastructure.
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LowAI Summary for City of Houston Pay or Play Program Acknowledgement Form: This document is the City of Houston Pay or Play Program Acknowledgement Form related to Ordinance 2007-534. It requires bidders to acknowledge awareness and compliance with the Pay or Play program upon contract award, including ensuring subcontractor compliance. The form must be filled out and submitted with the bid or proposal packet. It includes fields for solicitation number, signature, date, vendor ID, company name, and contact information. Additional program details and contacts are provided for questions.
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LowAI Summary for Exhibit II - Hire Houston First Declaration: This document is Exhibit II, Attachment D, titled 'Declaration of Hire Houston First Designation.' It provides directions for bidders or proposers to declare their status as a Hire Houston First designated company, either as a City Business (CB) or Local Business (LB). The document includes spaces for the bidder/proposer to print their name, sign, and date the declaration. It also provides a link for companies to apply for designation if they do not already have one.
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LowAI Summary for Exhibit IV - Anti-Collusion Statement (CSP): A standard Anti-Collusion Statement exhibit requiring the Proposer's certification that no collusion or restraint of free competitive bidding has occurred in connection with the contract award.
LowAI Summary for Exhibit V - Conflict of Interest Questionnaire: This document is a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire for vendors doing business with a local governmental entity, reflecting changes made by H.B. 23, 84th Legislature. It is filed in accordance with Chapter 176 of the Local Government Code, requiring vendors to disclose business relationships, employment, gifts, or family relationships with local government officers. The questionnaire must be filed within seven business days after the vendor becomes aware of facts requiring disclosure. The document includes relevant legal citations and definitions from the Local Government Code sections 176.001, 176.003, and 176.006, outlining the requirements and penalties for non-compliance.
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LowAI Summary for History of OSHA Actions and On-The-Job Injuries: This document requires the low bidder to submit a history of all OSHA actions and advisories received on all jobs worked, as well as a list of all on-the-job injuries, accidents, and fatalities involving the contractor's employees for the two years preceding the bid date. If the contractor has been in business for less than two years, the start date must be provided. The information must be certified by an officer of the company in a notarized statement and submitted within the timeframe specified in Document 00498 - Notice of Intent to Award.
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Project Summary : The City of Houston (“City”) seeks proposals from qualified firms to provide services for the repair, rehabilitation, removal, disposal, and/or replacement of storm sewer infrastructure, including storm sewer lines, leads, outfalls, manholes, inlets, and other related drainage improvements. This solicitation also includes work under the Storm Water Action Team (SWAT) Program, which requires services to preserve, repair, rehabilitate, or reconstruct storm water drainage assets to ensure they function effectively in resolving localized drainage issues identified by Infrastructure Rehabilitation. This solicitation combines six individual projects into a single procurement. The resulting contracts will be structured as Work Order Contracts. Combined Estimated Construction Budget : $50,000,000.00 NIGP Code : 968-33, 988-00, 988-08 For information related to bid opening, please visit the following link: Strategic Procurement Division's Bid Opening
