Tarleton Aquatics Center Pool Maintenance

The contract involves providing maintenance services for the Tarleton Aquatics Center swimming pools at Tarleton State University in Texas, starting November 1, 2025, through October 31, 2026, with an option for a one-year renewal. The scope includes biweekly cleaning, chemical testing, equipment inspection, and supply monitoring for indoor and outdoor chlorine pools, ensuring water quality, safety, and proper operation. The project is valued between $50,000 and $150,000, with performance overseen by designated university personnel. Bidders are required to submit sealed bids by October 1, 2025, via fax, mail, or hand delivery, with specific instructions for bid marking and signature, and the process appears to prioritize the lowest responsible bid based on the IFB process. Key contractual provisions specify that the contractor must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including general liability, auto liability, and workers' compensation, with policies endorsed to name the university and TAMUS as additional insureds, and provide proof before starting work. The agreement is governed by Texas law, with provisions allowing for cancellation due to non-appropriation or non-performance, and the university reserves the right to terminate with 30 days’ notice or immediately if necessary. The contract emphasizes performance standards, damage responsibility, and oversight by designated university staff, but does not incorporate federal FAR clauses or detailed evaluation criteria. It also specifies no particular packaging, labeling, or shipping standards, focusing instead on service quality and compliance. Overall, the contract emphasizes clear performance expectations, responsible bidding, and adherence to Texas statutes and university policies.