Pecan Plaza East Building B Renovations

South Texas College is soliciting competitive sealed proposals for the renovation of Pecan Plaza East Building B in McAllen, Texas. The project scope involves interior renovations and space reconfiguration to accommodate the Cosmetology Program, the Police Department, and the Security Department. The solicitation includes a base proposal for the total renovation, with two optional alternates for the installation of roof coping, trim, gutters, and downspouts, and the installation of ceiling and wall Tectum panels. The contract will be governed by AIA Documents A101-2017 and A201-2017, along with Supplemental General Conditions, and is subject to Davis-Bacon Prevailing Wage Rates and Texas Government Code Chapter 2258. Proposals must be submitted by 3:00 pm on October 22, 2026, via the OpenGov Procurement Portal or delivered physically to the Purchasing Department. The selection process is based on a best-value determination using a points-based system that evaluates quality control programs, safety records, and past performance, following an initial pass/fail screening. Required submission materials include a bid bond or certified check for 5 percent of the total proposal amount, a letter of intent from a surety, financial documentation such as a Dunn and Bradstreet analysis, and a detailed work schedule. Respondents must also disclose any OSHA fines from the last three years and any construction contract defaults or bankruptcies from the last ten years.