Tigerville Boat Ramp Dredging

The Trinity River Authority of Texas is soliciting bids from qualified contractors for mechanical and hydraulic dredging services at the Tigerville Boat Ramp in Livingston, Texas. The project scope involves the removal of approximately 3,224 cubic yards of accumulated sediment from the boat ramp basin, including the transport and placement of material in designated upland or approved relocation sites. The contract term is 100 days following the issuance of the Purchase Order and Notice to Proceed, with substantial completion required within 70 calendar days. All work is warranted against defects for one year from the date of final acceptance. Bids are due by October 7, 2026, at 12:00 PM and must be submitted via the Procureware website using the official bid forms. An optional pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 23, 2026, at the Lake Livingston Dam Office. Required submission documents include a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire and a Texas Resident Bidder Certification. Bidders must provide bid security equal to 5% of the total bid price, and those with bids exceeding $100,000 must furnish performance and payment bonds. The Authority will evaluate awards based on the best interests of the agency, considering factors such as service record, facilities, and business classification. Payment will be processed via itemized monthly applications submitted by the 10th of each month, with progress payments due within 20 calendar days. Per Texas Water Code, the Authority will retain 10% of periodic payments until final acceptance. Contractors are responsible for all safety programs in compliance with OSHA and USCG standards and must adhere to equal opportunity clauses under 41 CFR 60-1.4(b) if the project is deemed a federally assisted construction contract.