United Independent School District RFP 2026-025 Utilities Maintenance, Repairs, & Upgrades - District Wide
United Independent School DistrictSchool · Laredo, TX- Due
- Sep 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ivan Martinez
- (956) 473-7933
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
United Independent School District is requesting proposals from qualified utility contractors to provide utilities maintenance, repairs, and upgrades on an "as-needed" district-wide basis. The scope of work includes upgrading and installing under or above-ground utility water lines, fire lines, hydrants, backflow preventers, utility connections (domestic waterline, sanitary sewer line, storm drain connection 4", 6", 8", 10", 12"), and infrastructure work such as installation, repairs, or upgrades to sanitary and storm sewer manholes or boxes. Work also involves asbestos/transite line protocol and certification requirements, including handling transite/asbestos-cement (A/C) piping in compliance with OSHA and EPA NESHAP standards. Submission deadline is September 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST via the portal. Last day for questions was September 17, 2026.
Water Lines: Upgrading and installing any under or above ground utility water lines, Including fire lines, Hydrants, And backflow preventers; Utility Connections: Domestic Waterline, Sanity Sewer Line, Storm Drain Connection 4”, 6”, 8”, 10”, 12”; Infrastructure: Installation, Repairs, Or upgrades to sanitary, Storm sewer manholes, Or boxes; Asbestos / Transite Line Protocol & Certification Requirements
SUMMARY
United Independent School District is requesting proposals from qualified utility contractors to provide utilities maintenance, repairs, and upgrades on an "as-needed" district-wide basis.
The scope of work includes upgrading and installing under or above-ground utility water lines, fire lines, hydrants, backflow preventers, utility connections (domestic waterline, sanitary sewer line, storm drain connection 4", 6", 8", 10", 12"), and infrastructure work such as installation, repairs, or upgrades to sanitary and storm sewer manholes or boxes. Work also involves asbestos/transite line protocol and certification requirements, including handling transite/asbestos-cement (A/C) piping in compliance with OSHA and EPA NESHAP standards. Submission deadline is September 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST via the portal. Last day for questions was September 17, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Water Lines: Upgrading and installing any under or above ground utility water lines, Including fire lines, Hydrants, And backflow preventers
- Utility Connections: Domestic Waterline, Sanity Sewer Line, Storm Drain Connection 4”, 6”, 8”, 10”, 12”
- Infrastructure: Installation, Repairs, Or upgrades to sanitary, Storm sewer manholes, Or boxes
- Asbestos / Transite Line Protocol & Certification Requirements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- References / Letters of Recommendation
- Company Profile & Experience
- Exceptions on company letterhead
- Asbestos Licensing Documentation
- Certification Sheet
- Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (Form CIQ)
- Certification of Criminal History Record Information
- Felony Conviction Notification
- Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295)
- House Bill 793 Verification
- EDGAR Certifications
- Pre-Employment or Pre-Service Affidavit for Educational Entities
- W-9
- Vendor ACH Authorization Form
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- https://uisd.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1672&SourceType=1
- Scope location
- Laredo, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from United Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 28, 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: https://uisd.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1672&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Ivan Martinez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including United Independent School District 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 RFP 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 Ivan Martinez at (956) 473-7933. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Water Lines: Upgrading and installing any under or above ground utility water lines, Including fire lines, Hydrants, And backflow preventers; Utility Connections: Domestic Waterline, Sanity Sewer Line, Storm Drain Connection 4”, 6”, 8”, 10”, 12”; Infrastructure: Installation, Repairs, Or upgrades to. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: References / Letters of Recommendation, Company Profile & Experience, Exceptions on company letterhead, Asbestos Licensing Documentation, Certification Sheet, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (Form. Review the full document from United Independent School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Laredo, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.