Cameron County - Adam Garden Drainage Improvement Project - BID # 260303 (2026)
Cameron CountyCounty · Brownsville, TX- Due
- Apr 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 28, 2026
- Duration
- 180 months
- Primary contact
- Roberto C. Luna
- (956) 544-0871
The 30-second brief
Cameron County Purchasing Department is inviting bids for the Adam Garden Drainage Improvement Project, Bid Number 260303. The work encompasses civil engineering construction including pump structures, gate structures, installation of pumps and motors, 48" x 1/2" steel pipe (coated & lined), concrete canastas, motor canopy, pedestal, catwalk, stairs, concrete box culverts, and excavating, stockpiling, replacing, and compacting levee embankment. The submission deadline is April 1, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. C.S.T. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. C.S.T. at 1100 E. Monroe, Dancy Building, Basement Floor, Room B-03, Brownsville, Texas 78520. Questions/clarifications must be submitted by Friday, March 13, 2026, before 3:00 p.m. C.S.T. Required bonding includes a Bid Guaranty of not less than 5 percent of the amount of the bid, with Payment and Performance bonds required for public work contracts exceeding $25,000 and $100,000 respectively. Minimum wage requirements of $8.50 per hour apply. Contract is subject to availability of funds and prevailing wage rates.
Material, Labor and equipment necessary to construct pump structure; construct gate structure; purchase & install pumps and motors; Install 48"x 1/2" Steel Pipe (Coated & Lined) & all related appurtenances; construct concrete canastas; construct motor canopy, Pedestal, Catwalk, And stairs; install concrete box culverts; excavate, Stockpile, Replace and compact levee embankment; Mobilization; Payment and Performance Bonds
Price, performance, compliance with specifications, lowest possible total extended price of Base Bid
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Summary
Cameron County Purchasing Department is inviting bids for the Adam Garden Drainage Improvement Project, Bid Number 260303.
The work encompasses civil engineering construction including pump structures, gate structures, installation of pumps and motors, 48" x 1/2" steel pipe (coated & lined), concrete canastas, motor canopy, pedestal, catwalk, stairs, concrete box culverts, and excavating, stockpiling, replacing, and compacting levee embankment. The submission deadline is April 1, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. C.S.T. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. C.S.T. at 1100 E. Monroe, Dancy Building, Basement Floor, Room B-03, Brownsville, Texas 78520. Questions/clarifications must be submitted by Friday, March 13, 2026, before 3:00 p.m. C.S.T. Required bonding includes a Bid Guaranty of not less than 5 percent of the amount of the bid, with Payment and Performance bonds required for public work contracts exceeding $25,000 and $100,000 respectively. Minimum wage requirements of $8.50 per hour apply. Contract is subject to availability of funds and prevailing wage rates.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Price
- Performance
- Compliance with specifications
- Lowest possible total extended price of Base Bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Material, Labor and equipment necessary to construct pump structure
- Construct gate structure
- Purchase & install pumps and motors
- Install 48"x 1/2" Steel Pipe (Coated & Lined) & all related appurtenances
- Construct concrete canastas
- Construct motor canopy, Pedestal, Catwalk, And stairs
- Install concrete box culverts
- Excavate, Stockpile, Replace and compact levee embankment
- Mobilization
- Payment and Performance Bonds
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Bid Bond
- Addendum Acknowledgment Form
- Attachments A through K
- Conflict of Interest Questionnaire
- Form 1295
- Vendor Affidavit
- Residence Certification
- Non-Collusion Statement
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Submit to
- Cameron County Purchasing Dept., County Courthouse (Dancy Bldg.), 1100 E. Monroe St, Basement Floor, Room B17, Brownsville, Texas 78520
- Scope location
- Brownsville, Texas
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Cameron County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 1, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Cameron County Purchasing Dept., County Courthouse (Dancy Bldg.), 1100 E. Monroe St, Basement Floor, Room B17, Brownsville, Texas 78520. For questions, contact Roberto C. Luna.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Cameron County in TX, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Roberto C. Luna at (956) 544-0871. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Material, Labor and equipment necessary to construct pump structure; construct gate structure; purchase & install pumps and motors; Install 48"x 1/2" Steel Pipe (Coated & Lined) & all related appurtenances; construct concrete canastas; construct motor canopy, Pedestal, Catwalk, And stairs; install c. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price, performance, compliance with specifications, lowest possible total extended price of Base Bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cameron County?
All active and historical solicitations from Cameron County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Cameron County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 180 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Bond, Addendum Acknowledgment Form, Attachments A through K, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, Form 1295, Vendor Affidavit, Residence Certification, Non-Collusion Statement, Certification Regard. Review the full document from Cameron County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Brownsville, Texas. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.