Harmony Public Schools is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified general contractors to design‑build a new 54,659‑sq‑ft elementary school (Phase 2) in El Paso, Texas, including site work, parking, kitchen, landscaping, and street improvements. The contract is valued at approximately $17 million, with a required completion date of 1 March 2028 and liquidated damages of $2,000 per day for delays. The procurement follows Texas public‑works rules; bidders must be registered in Texas, provide bonding, insurance, prevailing‑wage compliance, and safety documentation.
• Scope: Ground‑up construction of a K‑5 school building, parking lot, kitchen, landscaping, and street‑dedication (illumination).
• Estimated budget: $17 M; contract award expected by 26 Oct 2026.
• Mandatory requirements: Texas registration, performance/payment bonds, OSHA safety records, prevailing‑wage compliance, insurance, and licensing.
• Schedule: Pre‑bid video conference 8 Sep 2026 (optional); questions due 16 Sep 2026; proposal submission 1 Oct 2026; construction to finish by 1 Mar 2028.
• Evaluation: 50 % price, 17 % experience, 13 % quality, plus other factors (financial capacity, personnel, safety).
• Penalties: $2,000/day liquidated damages for late substantial completion.
• Contact: Amine Elhiyat, Project Manager (
[email protected]).