Port of Houston Authority

Bid and Proposal Notices
The following requests for bids, proposals, qualifications and competitive sealed proposals have recently been approved by the Port of Houston Authority Commission. Specifications and information packages can be downloaded from the Vendor Information System. Not a member? Register now! Specifications and information packages may also be picked up from the Port Authority purchasing manager's office at 111 East Loop North (Exit 29), Houston, Texas 77029. *If you attend a pre-proposal conference, please first download the proposal package and bring the documentation with you to that meeting. If you have questions please call 713-670-2460, or send an e-mail. Please include the full proposal name and the due date with your inquiry.

Requests for Bids, Proposals, Qualifications and Competitive Sealed Proposals
INFORMAL-18146 for CUSTOM SECURITY ENVELOPES . 10,000 CUSTOM SECURITY ENVELOPES 9 1/2 X 4 WITH WINDOW SAMPLE AVAILABLE IN THE PURCHASING DEPT.
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/15/2008 11:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	323114 Quick Printing 323119 Other Commercial Printing
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

CSP-4341 for Access Control and CCTV for the Point at Barbours Cut at an estimated cost of $260,000 to $360,000 . The purpose of this project is to install access control for entry into Port Authority property at the end of Ballester Street. The project scope includes: Install 2 card readers at the entry and 2 card readers on the exit, one high-mounted for trucks, a second mounted for cars; Install an automated sliding gate; Install 2 fixed cameras, one on each lane; Install 4 fixed cameras located on the fence for perimeter protection; Install Intelligent Video on perimeter cameras; Connect all equipment to the PCC using, existing fiber and monitor continuously.
Pre Conference: 4/9/2008 2:00 P.M. 3rd Floor Engineering Conference Room
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/21/2008 11:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	238210 Electrical Contractors 238210-01 Electrical Contractors-Controls 238210-02 Electrical Contractors-Power Distribution 238210-03 Electrical Contractors-Communications 238210-04 Electrical Contractors-Cathodic Protection 238210-05 Electrical Contractors-Testing 423610-01 Electrical Apparatus and Equipment-Wire and Cable 561621 Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) 238910-02 Site Preparation Contractors-Site Clearing 238990-04 All Other Specialty Trade Contractors-Fence Installation
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

RFP-1362 for Leasing of Industrial Properties for the Handling and Storage of Steel at the Turning Basin Terminal . Request for Proposal for Leasing of Industrial Properties for the Handling and Storage of Steel at the Turning Basin Terminal.
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: 4/14/2008 APPT. BY R PHA Executive Office Bldg.
Due Date: 6/30/2008 11:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	531390-01 TURNING BASIN STEEL
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

INFORMAL-18092 for SUSPENSION SYSTEM FOR BCTM . MFR: BERNSTEIN DO NOT SUBSTITUTE
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/12/2008 10:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	333923 Overhead Traveling Crane 423610 Electrical Apparatus and Equipment 811310-01 Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance-Crane Repair
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

INFORMAL-18033 for ANNUAL ACCOUNT FOR FORD PARTS FOR BCTM at an estimated cost of $9,500 . ANNUAL ACCOUNT TO FURNISH AND DELIVER EMERGENCY FORD REPAIR PARTS TO THE PORT OF HOUSTON'S BARBOURS CUT TERMINAL, 1819 E BARBOURS CUT TERMINAL, LA PORTE TX. 77571 FOR THE 12 MONTH PERIOD BEGINNING MAY 1, 2008 AND ENDING APRIL 30, 2009. ACCOUNT TO BE USED ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS. ALL FREIGHT CHARGES SHOULD BE PREPAID AND INCLUDED. PARTS SHOULD BE IN THE HOUSTON AREA FOR SAME DAY PICK-UP OR DELIVERY
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/12/2008 2:00:00 PM
NAICS Codes:	423120 Motor Vehicle Supplies and New Parts Merchant Wholesalers
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

INFORMAL-18067 for NEW NEC CODE BOOKS FOR BCTM . ----DO NOT SUBSTITUTE -- PLEASE DELIVER TO BEN GRAY / BCT MAINTENANCE OFFICE AT C1
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/12/2008 10:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	238210-02 Electrical Contractors-Power Distribution 238990 All Other Specialty Trade Contractors
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

INFORMAL-18091 for AIR RATCHET FOR BCTM . DO NOT SUBSTITUTE MFR INGERSOLL RAND ULTRA-DUTY AIR RATCHET - 3/8 IN. SQUARE DRIVE, MODEL# 1200
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/12/2008 10:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	423840 Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

INFORMAL-18108 for HOSE AND FITTINGS FOR STOREROOM STOCK . COUPLER SETS AND 3/8" HOSE NO FRIDAY DELIVERIES
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/12/2008 10:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	326220 Rubber and Plastics Hoses and Belting Manufacturing 332912 Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

INFORMAL-18090 for BUBENZER BRAKE COIL FOR BCTM . DO NOT DROP SHIP DELIVER MON - FRI BETWEEN 8 AM AND 4 PM
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/12/2008 1:00:00 PM
NAICS Codes:	335314 Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

INFORMAL-18111 for FLOORING MATERIAL FOR GATE HOUSE AT TBT . FLOORING MATERIAL NO FRIDAY DELIVERIES
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/12/2008 1:30:00 PM
NAICS Codes:	238330 Flooring Contractors 321918 Other Millwork (including Flooring) 423390 Other Construction Material Merchant Wholesalers 423710 Hardware Merchant Wholesalers
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

INFORMAL-18112 for GRINDER PUMPS FOR SEWER STATIONS . HYDROMATIC GRINDER PUMPS NO FRIDAY DELIVERIES
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/12/2008 1:00:00 PM
NAICS Codes:	423610 Electrical Apparatus and Equipment 423720 Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies (Hydronics) Merchant Wholesalers 423840 Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

INFORMAL-18113 for A/C UNIT FOR TBT CLERK OFFICE . WHIRLPOOL WINDOW UNIT DO NOT SUBSTITUTE NO FRIDAY DELIVERIES
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/13/2008 1:00:00 PM
NAICS Codes:	423720 Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies (Hydronics) Merchant Wholesalers 423730 Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers 423740 Refrigeration Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

INFORMAL-18115 for AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS FOR CENTRAL STORES . BRAKE PARTS CLEANER, WD-40, TWO CYCLE OIL, BATTERY TERMINAL CLEANER NO FRIDAY DELIVERIES ON PARTIAL BIDS OR DELIVERIES
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/12/2008 2:00:00 PM
NAICS Codes:	423710 Hardware Merchant Wholesalers 423840 Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

INFORMAL-18109 for SIGN MATERIAL FOR RAMP ROAD PROJECT . .080 REFLECTIVE ALUMINUM SIGNS BLACK / WHITE AND WHITE / RED NO FRIDAY DELIVERIES
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/12/2008 3:00:00 PM
NAICS Codes:	236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction 339950 Sign Manufacturing 541490 Other Specialized Design Services
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

INFORMAL-18130 for LEATHER WORK GLOVES FOR BCTM . SPLIT COWHIDE LEATHER UNLINED DRIVERS WORK GLOVES WITH SHIRRED ELASTIC BACK. SOLD PER DOZEN
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/12/2008 3:00:00 PM
NAICS Codes:	423830 Industrial Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

INFORMAL-18114 for PIPE FOR RAMP ROAD PROJECT AT TBT . BLACK PIPE SCHEDULE 40 NO FRIDAY DELIVERY
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/13/2008 10:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	331111 Iron and Steel Mills 331210 Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturing from Purchased Steel
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

INFORMAL-18132 for WEED CONTROL PRODUCTS FOR PHA PROPERTIES . WEED CONTROL PRODUCTS DO NOT SUBSTITUTE NO FRIDAY DELIVERIES
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/13/2008 10:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	115310 Support Activities for Forestry
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

INFORMAL-18133 for FENCE MATERIALS FOR BCTM .
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/13/2008 2:00:00 PM
NAICS Codes:	237990 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

INFORMAL-18126 for Safety Glasses and Industrial Supplies . 456 Integral Ferrous Basic Scale; Measuring Wheel; Safety Glasses; Digitial Psychrometer with Cal Kit
Pre Conference: N/A
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/15/2008 11:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	423840 Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

CSB-681 for Column Repair at Transit Shed No. 3 at Woodhouse Terminal - Damage Claim No. H-2963 at an estimated cost of $45,000 to $55,000 . This project is to repair a single interior structural steel column and its supporting concrete pilaster/pedestal inside Transit Shed No. 3 at Woodhouse. The project will include: •Erect shoring for the roof framing •Demolish existing concrete paving and pilaster •Attach and form a replacement concrete pilaster/pedestal •Move and reconnect the steel column to the top of the new pilaster/pedestal
Pre Conference: 4/21/2008 2:00 PM Boardroom
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/21/2008 11:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction 238110 Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors 238320-02 Painting and Wall Covering Contractors-Heavy Steel 238910-03 Site Preparation Contractors-Demolition 238120 Structural Steel and Precast Concrete Contractors
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

CSB-701 for Repair of Deck Slab at 560 Foot Mark at Wharf No. 19 - Damage Claim H-2952 at an estimated cost of $30,000 to $40,000 . The deck slab at Wharf 19 has suffered damage to its reinforced concrete deck during loading/unloading operations. The concrete in the deck has cracked creating a hole in the deck and exposing the reinforcing steel. Scope of work includes performing all repairs necessary to restore the concrete deck back to the working conditions. This includes removal and disposal of the existing concrete in the affected portion of the deck slab, cleaning and exposing the existing rebar, placement of adequate formwork, rebar and concrete.
Pre Conference: 4/21/2008 4:00 PM 3rd Floor Engineering Conference Room
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/21/2008 11:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction 237990-03 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction-Wharves 238110 Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors 238910-03 Site Preparation Contractors-Demolition
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

CSB-721 for Repair of Deck and Cleat at Wharf No. 41 at Turning Basin - Damage Claim No. H-2966 at an estimated cost of $20,000 to $24,000 . One of the cleats on the deck at wharf No. 41 was pulled out due to loading force and damaged the concrete deck. This project includes, repair of damaged concrete slab, and re-installing the cleat.
Pre Conference: 4/23/2008 11:00 AM 3rd Floor Engineering Conference Room
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/21/2008 11:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	541330-03 Engineering Services-Structural 541380-02 Testing Laboratories-Concrete 237310 Highway 237990-03 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction-Wharves 238110 Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors 238910-03 Site Preparation Contractors-Demolition
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

CSP-4501 for Fender System at Woodhouse at an estimated cost of $1,600,000 to $1,800,000 . The purpose of the project is to install rubber fender elements on the face of Wharf Nos. 1, 2 and 3 at Woodhouse Terminal, to repair concrete elements at the faces of these wharves, and to replace wharf logs/rails. The major project elements are, DA-A300H arch rubber fenders, 12”x12” timber wharf logs, Repair “T” section column supports and Repair upper and lower concrete beams.
Pre Conference: 4/21/2008 3:00 PM 3rd Floor Engineering Conference Room
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/21/2008 11:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	237990-03 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction-Wharves 237990-04 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction-Fender Systems 238110 Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors 238110-01 Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors-Shotcrete 238910-03 Site Preparation Contractors-Demolition 238120 Structural Steel and Precast Concrete Contractors
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

CSP-4661 for Purchase of Grease and Miscellaneous Oils for BCT and Bayport at an estimated cost of $450,000 . This is a bi-annual contract for the purchase of motor, transmission and hydraulic oil for all PHA units at BCT.
Pre Conference: 5/14/2008 9:00 AM Barbours Cut, C-1 Conference Rm
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/21/2008 11:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	324191 Petroleum Lubricating Oil and Grease Manufacturing 333132 Oil and Gas Field Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing 811191 Automotive Oil Change and Lubrication Shops 424720 Petroleum and Petroleum Products Merchant Wholesalers (except Bulk Stations and Terminals) 324110 Petroleum Refineries 325998 All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing 424710 Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals 454319 Other Fuel Dealers 425120 Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

CSP-4662 for Truck Scale Maintenance and Purchase of Spare Parts at an estimated cost of $200,000 . This is a bi-annual account to service and repair truck scales at BCT and Bayport as needed.
Pre Conference: 5/8/2008 2:00 PM Barbours Cut Term., C-1 Conference Room
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/21/2008 11:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	333997 Scale and Balance (except Laboratory) Manufacturing 811219 Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance 811310 Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

CSP-4663 for Purchase and Repair of Printed Circuit Boards for BCT and Bayport at an estimated cost of $625,000 . This is a bi-annual contract to provide repaired and new printed circuit boards for GE, Siemens, Avtron, and ABB crane drives.
Pre Conference: 5/14/2008 10:30 AM Barbours Cut, Conference Room
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/21/2008 11:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	811310 Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance 811310-01 Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance-Crane Repair 334418 Printed Circuit Assembly (Electronic Assembly) Manufacturing 335999 All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing 423610 Electrical Apparatus and Equipment 423690 Other Electronic Parts and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers 423850 Service Establishment Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers 811211 Consumer Electronics Repair and Maintenance 811219 Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

RFP-1422 for Terminal Next Site Selection Study at an estimated cost of $60,000 . Terminal "Next" will be a marine terminal complex for handling containerized cargo. Development of Terminal "Next" would be phased over a period of 10-15 years, starting approximately in the year 2020, to accommodate regional demand for containerized shipping.
Pre Conference: 5/12/2008 9:00 AM PHA Executive Office Bldg., Boardroom
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 5/29/2008 11:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	237310 Highway 541330 Engineering Services 541490 Other Specialized Design Services 541618 Other Management Consulting Services 541620 Environmental Consulting Services 541690 Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

CSB-741 for Replacement of Guardhouse at Gate 18 at 76th and Avenue P at an estimated cost of $200,000 to $240,000 . The scope of this project is to replace the guard house and relocate the proposed guard house approximately 33 feet away from the original location and railroad crossing to create a safety buffer zone. The new guard house project includes air conditioning, restroom, gate controls, relocated emergency power generator, telephone and data lines connected to the Port Coordination Center Conduit for future security equipment.
Pre Conference: 5/7/2008 2:00 PM 3rd Floor Engineering Confeence Room
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 6/18/2008 11:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	238210 Electrical Contractors 238110 Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors 236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

CSP-4641 for Concrete Replacement at Wharf Nos. 23, 26, and 29 and Lower Level Road at the Turning Basin Terminal at an estimated cost of $2,100,000 to $2,450,000 . The concrete pavement at Wharf Nos. 23, 26, and 29, originally constructed in the 1960’s, has subsided and is in need of replacement. Additionally, concrete pavement on various locations along the Lower Level Road has been deteriorated and needs replacement. This project includes, remove and replace approximately 4,135 SY concrete pavement at wharf Nos. 23, 26, and 29. Removal and replacement of concrete pavement sections of varying thicknesses at various locations along the Lower Level Road at the Turning Basin Terminal. Remove and replace standard and monolithic concrete curbs along the Lower Level Road at the Turning Basin Terminal
Pre Conference: 5/29/2008 11:00 A.M. 3rd Floor Engineering Conference Room
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 6/18/2008 11:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	541380-02 Testing Laboratories-Concrete 541380-05 Testing Laboratories-Soil 541380-06 Testing Laboratories-Steel NDI 238910-01 Site Preparation Contractors-Earthwork 237310 Highway 238910-02 Site Preparation Contractors-Site Clearing 237990-03 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction-Wharves 238110 Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors 238110-01 Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors-Shotcrete 238910-03 Site Preparation Contractors-Demolition
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.

CSP-4681 for Morgan's Point Sidewalks - Vinsonia at an estimated cost of $100,000 to $150,000 . This project includes the following components: •753 feet of new (6’ wide) concrete sidewalk on Vinsonia Ave •Minor ditch grading and culvert replacement for the sidewalk The Vinsonia sidewalk is one section of the overall Morgan’s Point sidewalk system; it will connect to the existing sidewalk on Bayridge, and to the future sidewalk on Barbours Cut Blvd.
Pre Conference: 5/28/2008 9:00 A.M. 3rd Floor Engineering Conference Room
Site Visit: N/A
Due Date: 6/18/2008 11:00:00 AM
NAICS Codes:	237310 Highway 237110 Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction 237990 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
To quote on this procurement if you have not received this notice you must be registered in the Vendor Information System and have one or more of the NAICS Codes shown above assoicated with your registration.