Summary
The University of Texas Medical Branch is soliciting qualified general contractors to design‑build a new engineered surface parking lot of approximately 144 spaces at 401 Orchard Street, Webster, TX. The work includes paving, striping, lighting, wheel‑stop installation, construction of a detention pond, and coordination with existing utilities; the procurement is a lump‑sum, best‑value award with a $200,000 construction contingency and multiple compliance requirements (prevailing wage, VetHUB subcontracting plan, insurance, bonding, safety and environmental certifications). Key procurement milestones published include an open date of 2026‑07‑15, a pre‑bid meeting/site‑visit in late July, questions due 2026‑07‑29, and a close date of 2026‑08‑14 (award projected 2026‑09‑01).