RFP #: 2026-08 - Rio Grande City Street Improvement Project

Location:	Texas
Posted:	May 6, 2026
Due:	May 21, 2026
Agency:	Rio Grande City
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	Y - Construction of Structures and Facilities
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CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

RFP #: 2026-08 - STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

Request for Proposal (RFP) Documents

Construction Services

RFP #: 2026 - 08

STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

Due Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM

Submit RFP’s to:

City Secretary’s Office

5332 E. US Highway 83

Rio Grande City, Texas 78582

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CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

RFP #: 2026-08 - STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. OVERVIEW AND NOTICE

2. INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

3. SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

4. PROJECT INFORMATION

5. SCOPE OF WORK FORMAT

6. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

7. GENERAL INFORMATION AND OTHER CONDITIONS

8. PROPOSAL EVALUATION AND AWARD

“EXHIBIT A” Rating Sheet for Engineering Services

“EXHIBIT B” Proposal Bid Form

“EXHIBIT C” Bid Bond Form

“EXHIBIT D” Non-Collusion Affidavit

“EXHIBIT E” Certification Regarding Lobbying

“EXHIBIT F” Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (Form CIQ)

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CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

RFP #: 2026-08 - STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

1.0 OVERVIEW AND NOTICE

The City of Rio Grande City, is requesting sealed proposals from a qualified paving contractor to

provide construction services for a street improvements project for overlay and street repairs. The

sealed proposals will be received until 11:00 AM on Thursday, May 21, 2026 and must be

clearly identified and addressed for delivery to City of Rio Grande City - City Secretary’s Office

located at 5332 E. US Highway 83, Rio Grande City, TX. 78582.

RFP Documents may be obtained at the City Secretary’s Office located in City Hall at address:

5332 E. US Highway 83, Rio Grande City, TX. 78582 or at the city website: www.cityofrgc.com

under bid opportunities.

For any questions you can contact the Mr. Hector Barrera, Public Works Director at phone #:

(956) 488-8382 or via-email at hbarrera@cityofrgc.com.

Bidders must use the bid forms provided on the bid documents and are required to print on the

sealed envelope and/or packet as follows: Bidder’s name and address on the upper left-hand

corner and “RFP #: 2026-08 - STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT” on the lower left-hand

corner of the sealed envelope and/or packet and clearly labeled. Overnight mail must also be

properly labeled on the outside of the express envelope or package. Any bid received after closing

time will be rejected and returned unopened.

The City of Rio Grande City, reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any

informalities in the bidding process in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code

Chapter 252. Bids may be held by the City for a period not to exceed 60 days from the date of

the bid opening for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the bidders' qualifications

prior to the contract award.

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CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

RFP #: 2026-08 - STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

2.0 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

2.1 Introduction

The City of Rio Grande City is requesting sealed bids from qualified contractor for the “RFP #:

2026-08 - Rio Grande City Street Improvement Project” for the Public Works Department.

The purpose of the Request for Proposal is to obtain quotes and/or bids for providing overlay

and street repairs of that will include the necessary roadway improvements to address the

existing pavement conditions and enhance the safety, accessibility, and overall infrastructure of

the street. (Refer to attached Proposal Bid Form)

2.2 Interpretation and Schedule of Events

A. This Request for Proposals is being issued on May 6, 2026, labeled “Request for

Proposal - Rio Grande City Street Improvement Project”.

B. Please direct your inquiries to Hector Barrera, Public Works Director at

hbarrera@cityofrgc.com or at phone: 956-488-8382.

C. Replies to all information pertinent requests will be sent in the form of an addendum

to all who make inquiry for a site inspection as detailed below or who otherwise

communicate a request to receive any such addendums to the address above.

D. No remarks or responses to questions by City staff shall change or qualify any of the

terms or conditions of the solicitation. The solicitation requirements can only be changed

by a formal written amendment issued by the City.

E. RFP’s are to be delivered in-person or mailed to the City Secretary’s Office in

City Hall located at 5332 E. US Highway 83, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 on or

before 11:00 AM on May 21, 2026.

F. Proposals received after the 11:00 AM deadline, will not be accepted. The clock in the

City Secretary’s Office will be the official time clock.

G. Proposals sent via e-mail will NOT be accepted.

H. At no time prior to award of a contract, shall a Bidder call any City Staff regarding

the status of their solicitation. Bidders who don’t comply may be subject to being

disqualified and may be prohibited from participating further in this procurement.

I. Bidders are responsible to check the City’s website for updates or modifications to this

RFP.

2.3 Addenda

A. Addenda to this RFP will be posted on the City’s website and e-mailed with return

receipt requested to all known by the City to have received a complete set of the RFP.

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RFP #: 2026-08 - STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

B. No Addenda will be issued later than 5 days prior to the date for receipt of proposals,

except an Addendum withdrawing the RFP or one which includes postponement of the

date for receipt of the RFPs’.

3.0 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. To be considered, each submitter must submit a completed proposal bid form,

certificate of liability insurance, and any additional information requested in the RFP with

their proposal packet. The proposal bid form must be signed and include a statement as to

the period during which the proposal remains valid.

B. Each Bidder shall ascertain, prior to submitting the RFP, that the Bidder has received

all Addenda issued, and shall acknowledge that receipt in the Submittal transmittal letter.

C. Deadline is on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 11:00 AM to be submitted to the City of

Rio Grande City - City Secretary’s Office located at 5332 E. US Highway 83, Rio

Grande City, TX. 78582. Overnight mail must be properly labeled on the outside of the

express envelope or package. Any bid received after closing time will be rejected and

returned unopened.

D. Completed Proposals shall include the following documents and/or forms:

• Cover Letter

• Company Background and Qualifications

• Experience with Similar Projects

• Project Team and Key Personnel

• Construction Schedule

• Technical Approach

• Cost Proposal (sealed separately, if desired)

• References (minimum 3 municipal projects)

• Proof of Insurance

• Litigation/Claims History (past 5 years)

E. Bidders shall submit and/or include the following items in the envelope/package:

• one (1) PDF electronic format in a portable memory (USB)

• one (1) bound original submittal stamped “ORIGINAL”

• five (5) individually bound copies, each stamped “COPY”

• a large, sealed envelope or package shall be marked on the lower left-hand corner:

“RFP #: 2026-08 - Rio Grande City Street Improvement Project”.

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RFP #: 2026-08 - Rio Grande City Street Improvement Project

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