Old McGregor Ground Storage Tank Improvements

The City of Waco is soliciting qualified general contractors to design, fabricate, construct, install, and test a new 5.0 MG ground storage tank, associated new piping, valves, and appurtenances, and to repair the existing 5.0 MG tank at the Old McGregor Pump Station. The work includes all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals, and must be completed within roughly 1.5 years (510 calendar days). A mandatory pre‑bid Zoom conference (Aug 27) and a mandatory site‑visit (Aug 28) are required. Vendors must first pass a pre‑qualification process (submission due Sep 9) before bidding. The bid deadline is Oct 29, 2026, with award anticipated by Dec 4, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. • Scope: New 5 MG concrete ground storage tank, new water‑line piping, valves, fittings, and repair of existing tank. • Required qualifications: Minimum three similar tank projects (≥ 2 MG, $5 M each) and three similar large‑diameter water‑line projects (≥ 24 in., $3 M each), with at least one Texas project; experienced project manager/superintendent; bonding capacity; safety record. • Schedule: Issue Aug 11 → Pre‑qualification Sep 9 → Questions due Oct 14 → Bid due Oct 29 → Award Dec 4. • Mandatory pre‑bid Zoom (Aug 27) and site visit (Aug 28). • Submission: Electronic via Bonfire portal or sealed paper to Purchasing Services, 1415 N 4th St., Waco, TX. • Bond: 5 % bid bond required.