Bid guide
How to bid on Westlake MUD No. 1 Water Plant No. 1 Chloramine Conversion
What Westlake MUD No. 1 is buying
Westlake Municipal Utility District No. 1 is seeking a contractor for the Water Plant No. 1 Chloramine Conversion project in Harris County, Texas. This work involves installing surface water yard piping from a meter station to existing ground storage tanks (GSTs).
The project also includes the installation of LAS and bleach chemical equipment, modifications to the GSTs, site restoration, and necessary electrical modifications.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
Sealed bids, in duplicate, must be received by 2:00 PM Local Time on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Bids should be submitted to the office of BGE, Inc., 10777 Westheimer, Suite 500; Houston, Texas, 77042. Bids received after this time will be returned unopened.
All bids will be opened and publicly read at the office of BGE, Inc. and through Microsoft Teams immediately after the deadline. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference will be held remotely via Microsoft Teams on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM Local Time. The call-in number for the bid opening is (832) 680-2579 and the Conference ID is 751 368 363#.
Who this opportunity suits
This Invitation for Bids (IFB) is suitable for contractors with experience in water infrastructure projects, particularly those involving chemical equipment installation, piping, and modifications to water treatment facilities. Firms specializing in environmental infrastructure, utility construction, or water plant upgrades would find this relevant.
The project requires capabilities in surface water piping, chemical dosing systems, storage tank modifications, and associated electrical work. Contractors familiar with working on municipal utility district projects in Texas, specifically Harris County, are well-suited.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the project details, you need to view the original source on CivCast. This platform is where the owner and engineer manage plans, addenda, and bidding information. Viewing the project details is public.
To download plans and specifications and be added to the planholders list, you must register a free CivCast account. Addenda notices will be distributed through CivCast. Your bid must be submitted as directed by the project before the bid date. This project requires sealed bids to be delivered to the BGE, Inc. office.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all plans and specifications available on CivCast to fully understand the scope of work, including details on surface water yard piping, chemical equipment for LAS and bleach, GST modifications, site restoration, and electrical changes. Pay close attention to any specific material or equipment requirements.
Consider attending the non-mandatory pre-bid conference on September 15, 2026, via Microsoft Teams. While not mandatory, it offers an opportunity to hear any clarifications or discussions that could inform your bid. Ensure your sealed bid is prepared in duplicate and delivered to the specified BGE, Inc. office by the deadline. Double-check that all required forms and documentation are included and properly completed to avoid disqualification.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Westlake MUD No. 1; the original posting controls.