New Park at Orr Drive and Suzette Avenue

The contract for the construction of a new park at Orr Drive and Suzette Avenue in San Antonio, Texas, is a unit price procurement managed through an online bidding process via CivCast, with bids opening on September 24, 2025, and closing on October 24, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. CT. The project has an estimated budget of approximately $592,000, with a completion deadline of 240 calendar days from the notice to proceed. Bidders must submit all documentation electronically, including a signed contract signature page, bid bond, various certifications, bonds, and forms related to local and veteran business preferences, SBEDA compliance, and heat illness prevention. Hard copies are not accepted, and all forms must be uploaded with digital signatures. The process emphasizes compliance with local ordinances, responsible bidder requirements, and small business programs, with specific attention to the submission of a Subcontractor/Supplier Utilization Plan and certification forms. The solicitation incorporates numerous local ordinances and program requirements, such as the Local Preference Program, Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) Preference, Responsible Bidder Ordinance, and SBEDA guidelines, which influence evaluation and award. The contract is structured as a unit price contract, with the City reserving the right to award based on the lowest responsive and responsible bid, considering all alternates and bid responsiveness. The project scope involves constructing a park without hazardous environmental work, with a focus on timely completion and adherence to prevailing wage rates. Communication and questions are handled through the designated procurement contact, Renuka Naidu, with a non-mandatory pre-bid WebEx meeting scheduled for October 3, 2025. Overall, the process emphasizes transparency, compliance with local regulations, and thorough documentation to ensure responsible bidding and project delivery.