Site work and new construction of a mixed-use development in Waco, Texas. Completed plans call for the construction of a 6,090-square-foot, one-story above grade laboratory facility; for site work for a 1,500-square-foot, one-space laboratory facility; warehouse / distribution facility; and warehouse / distribution facility.

a. Construct Work as described in the Contract Documents. The Work to be performed is described in general, non-inclusive terms and includes furnishing all labor, material, and equipment necessary for the construction of the Environmental Laboratory Complex laboratory building, boat storage building, and site improvements. Drawings and Specifications do not indicate or describe all the Work required to complete the Project. Additional details required for the correct installation of selected products are to be provided by the CONTRACTOR and coordinated with the ENGINEER. b. At all times, observe and comply with all Laws and Regulations which in any manner limit, c. Control, or apply to the actions or operations of the CONTRACTOR, their Subcontractor(s), or their employees, agents or servants, engaged in performance of the Work. The Site will include two additional facilities on the BRA campus. First, a new Environmental Services Laboratory will be approximately 10,000 square-feet and provide space for approximately 80 analytical equipment testing areas. The laboratory will include enhanced HVAC systems, as well as an open laboratory concept with custom bench space within the laboratory, enclosed task specific laboratory rooms, and specific storage and support facilities. In addition to the laboratory an Enclosed Boat Storage building will be constructed. This solicitation requires a HUB Subcontracting Plan to be completed and submitted. The HUB Subcontracting Plan is attached to this solicitation. If you have any questions regarding the HUB Subcontracting Plan please contact David Thompson CFO / HUB Coordinator at David.Thompson@Brazos.org. Each Bid must be accompanied by Bid security deposit made payable to the BRA in an amount of 5% of the Bidder's maximum Bid price. All bonds shall be issued by a surety authorized to conduct business in the State of Texas. Performance, Payment and Warranty Bonds Awarded Respondent must provide performance and payment bonds and warranty bond for this contract. All bonds shall be issued by a surety authorized to conduct business in the State of Texas. All inquiries, including clarifying questions, related to this RFB shall only be directed to the Purchasing Manager via e-mail to submissions@brazos.org. The Purchasing Manager will direct any inquiries to the appropriate BRA staff, a response will be issued and if warranted, an Addendum will be posted electronically. Failure to adhere to this restriction during the advertising, evaluation, and selection phases will result in the rejection of a Respondent's Bid. 4:00 PM, Friday, December 8, 2023 Last date and time to ask questions or request additional information. Email questions to submissions@brazos.org. 4:00 PM, Friday, December 15, 2023 Post response to questions received as of the deadline or as soon thereafter, as an Addendum on the BRA