Solar Panels - City of Laredo

The City of Laredo has implemented a local vendor preference ordinance (2018-O-175), which grants a 5% preference to local vendors when evaluating both informal and formal Requests for Bids. Bidders are encouraged to submit proposals electronically via Cit-E-Bid or in person, with strict deadlines set for submission by 5:00 P.M. on September 4, 2025, at the City Secretary’s Office, located at 1110 Houston Street. Proposals received after this deadline, whether by mail, email, telegraph, or facsimile, will not be considered. The opening of proposals will occur publicly at 9:00 A.M. on September 5, 2025. Vendors submitting hand-delivered bids should account for potential delays during check-in at City Hall, as late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances. The contract in question pertains to the procurement of solar panels for the City of Laredo, with a project size estimated between five and ten million dollars. The solicitation, numbered FY25-085, was posted on August 20, 2025, and the response deadline is September 4, 2025. The procurement process emphasizes transparency and compliance, including the requirement for vendors to complete a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (Form CIQ) in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Chapter 176, to disclose any conflicts of interest involving city officers or their families. The primary contact for this solicitation is Margarita Bosquez from the Purchasing Division, reachable via email or phone. The project aims to support the city’s renewable energy initiatives and is part of the broader effort to promote local economic development through the preference policy. Additional documentation and detailed submission instructions are accessible through the provided online portal, ensuring vendors are well-informed of the process and requirements.