Bid No. 26-14 Thunderbay Lift Station and Force Main

The City of Cleburne, Texas is soliciting sealed bids for the design‑build replacement of the Thunderbay Lift Station and associated force main. The scope includes demolition of existing structures, installation of a new lift station, new force‑main pipework, all required civil and utility work, testing, and commissioning. Bidders must attend a mandatory pre‑bid conference on 26 Oct 2026 (with a site visit immediately after) and submit sealed bids by 1:30 PM CST on 6 Nov 2026. The contract requires a 5 % bid bond, performance and payment bonds equal to 100 % of the contract price, and extensive insurance. The contractor must have completed three comparable projects within the last 48 months and will be responsible for a 430‑day construction schedule, beginning within 10 days of notice to proceed. • Mandatory pre‑bid conference (26 Oct 2026) • Site visit required after conference • Bid security: 5 % of total bid • Performance & payment bonds required • 430‑day project duration • Must provide detailed qualifications and references • Award to lowest responsible bidder or best value.