How to bid on San Antonio Water System’s 2027 Asphalt Overlay Contract

What SAWS is buying

San Antonio Water System is seeking bids for its 2027 Annual Asphalt Overlay Work Order Construction Contract, Package 2, Solicitation CO-00948. The work includes asphalt milling and overlay, pavement restoration, street construction, and related services throughout the SAWS service area.

The contractor will furnish materials, equipment, labor, and supervision. This is an invitation for bids for construction work.

Key dates and the bid deadline

An in-person, non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for November 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST at SAWS headquarters, 2800 US Highway 281 North, Tower II, Customer Service Building.

Bids are due November 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. Follow the project’s stated submission instructions and make sure your bid is submitted before the deadline.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit construction firms with experience in asphalt milling and overlay, pavement restoration, or street construction. Vendors should be prepared to provide the materials, equipment, labor, and supervision needed for the work.

How to access the bid documents

Open the project on CivCast using the “View original source” option. Viewing is public. Register for a free CivCast account to download the plans and specifications and join the planholders list. Addenda notices are sent through CivCast.

Submit your bid as the project directs before the deadline. Some projects accept electronic bids on CivCast, while others require bids to be opened at the owner’s office, so check the instructions for this project. For problems downloading the plans or specifications, contact the SAWS Contracting Department at 210-233-3341.

Prepare a complete, competitive bid

Read the plans and specifications carefully before pricing the work. Check the full scope, material requirements, equipment needs, labor, supervision, and any related work so your estimate covers what the contract calls for.

Review all addenda and confirm you are using the current bid documents. Build in time to complete the required forms, check your pricing, and follow the project’s submission instructions. Consider attending the pre-bid meeting to hear project information and prepare questions.