Repair of Grauwyler Community Outreach Building and The Big Thicket Building due to storm of 2021.

The City of Dallas is soliciting bids for the repair of the Grauwyler Community Outreach Building and The Big Thicket Building following a 2021 storm. This project, managed by Vincent Ogbuehi of the Park and Recreation Department, requires adherence to strict technical standards, including NFPA 13 and NFPA 21 for materials and finishes, and various ASTM standards for spray paint and steel structure coatings. Bidders are encouraged to attend preproposal conferences at both project sites on October 2, 2026. The deadline for questions is October 16, 2026, and final bids are due by 1:00 p.m. on October 23, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder who meets all responsiveness criteria. A critical requirement for award is the demonstration of a good faith effort to meet Small Business Enterprise participation goals under the Developing Regional and Inclusive Vendor Enterprises policy. Submissions must be comprehensive, including a bid bond, safety record affidavit, conflict of interest questionnaire, and various state and local certifications. Bidders are cautioned that submitting unsolicited qualifications or company purchase order forms will render a bid non-responsive. All bid documents and registration are handled through the Bonfire Procurement Portal.