LSC Kingwood Fire Science Water Line and Septic System Project

The Lone Star College System (LSCS) is seeking a qualified contractor to design, construct, test, and commission a new water and fire‑service utility system and an aerobic septic treatment system at its Kingwood campus. The scope includes installation of a 12‑inch public water main, an 8‑inch public water main, an 8‑inch private fire‑service line, a fire‑rated compound water‑meter vault, RPZ backflow preventer, and a complete aerobic septic system with drip‑irrigation disposal field, plus all associated permitting, testing, inspections, traffic control, and close‑out documentation. The estimated budget is $500,000. Bids must be submitted electronically via the LSCS eBid system by 2:00 PM CST on 9/25/2026. A mandatory site‑visit/pre‑bid conference is scheduled for 9/9/2026 at 9:00 AM CST. Key dates: Issue 8/28/2026, Questions due 9/11/2026, Evaluation begins 10/5/2026, Board approval anticipated 12/3/2026. The contract will require compliance with Texas public‑construction statutes, insurance, bonding, and performance guarantees. • Scope: public water mains (12‑in & 8‑in), private fire line, fire‑rated meter vault, RPZ backflow, aerobic septic system. • Estimated contract value: $500 K. • Mandatory site visit 9/9/2026 (must attend). • Submission deadline 9/25/2026, electronic only. • Evaluation criteria include price (50 %), experience, technical approach, schedule, safety, and qualifications. • Required attachments: insurance certificates, bonds, W‑9, licenses, references, schedule of values, etc. • Performance and payment bonds required (≥$100 K). • Work must comply with City of Houston standards, TCEQ regulations, and LSCS specifications.