Stair Replacement at Old Tunnel State Park

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is seeking bids to replace the lower loop stairs at Old Tunnel State Park in Kendall County, Texas, under solicitation number 802-26-79308, with a submission deadline of June 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time. This is an Invitation for Bids - Minor Construction, requiring a lump sum bid covering all labor, equipment, materials, and incidentals needed to remove existing railroad tie material and install new limestone and crushed granite steps down to the creek, while retaining the existing handrail. The work must be completed within thirty calendar days, subject to weather and park accessibility, with time being an essential element of the contract; failure to meet this deadline may result in liquidated damages of up to $500 per week. Contractors must demonstrate at least three successful similar projects within the past five years and pass a past performance review, which disqualifies bidders with low vendor performance ratings, unresolved corrective action plans, recent cancelled contracts, or negative performance reports. The award will be made on an all-or-none basis to the bidder offering the best value to the State of Texas, determined through responsiveness, responsibility, and the base bid amount, using evaluation criteria such as quality, reliability, customer focus, and experience. Bids must be submitted via email to Teresa Kay at teresa.kay@tpwd.texas.gov, with the project number and bid opening date included in the subject line, and must include signed copies of the Bid Schedule, Contractor’s Qualification Form, and acceptance of the General Terms and Conditions. Upon award, contractors must provide proof of TDLR licensure and insurance, and comply with state and federal regulations including the Clean Air Act and Federal Water Pollution Control Act, use E-Verify for employment eligibility, adhere to prevailing wage rates, and conform to non-discrimination requirements under Title VI, the ADA, and other civil rights statutes. The contract is governed by Texas law, with venue fixed in Travis County, and all work must follow industry standards and be field-verified for accuracy. Contractor invoices must be submitted to Texas Parks & Wildlife Accounts Payable in Austin with all required details including the Texas Payee Identification Number and itemized pricing, and payment is typically issued within 30 days of invoice receipt and service acceptance via state warrant. The contractor is responsible for daily site cleanup and full debris removal upon completion, and must provide a one-year warranty on labor and materials and the maximum available manufacturer’s