Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit an Invitation to Bid for the El Cenizo Street Improvement Project (Project No. B-24-CP-TX-2083) funded by the Housing and Urban Development Agency consisting of approximately 3.2 miles of roadways that will require overlay repairs, striping, and drainage improvements pursuant to Sub-Chapter C. Competitive Bidding Method; under the Texas Government Code; §2269.101 (Contracts for Facilities: Competitive Bids) and in accordance with §2269.102 (Use of Architect and Engineer) by designating the County Engineering Department to prepare the plans, specifications, estimated construction costs, construction administration throughout the duration of the project until closeout and any other matters incident thereto. [Sponsored by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Precinct 1; Account #3563-7230-001-474502-001 (El Cenizo Street Improvements-Construction In Progress-Administration-Infrastructure in Progress-Non-Capitalized)]

Issue: The El Cenizo Street Improvements Project, proposed by Webb County, aims to enhance several streets owned by El Cenizo, Webb County, Texas.  The streets identified for improvement include: Hernandez St., at the intersection with Jimenez St. and Espejo Molina Rd., with a length of 4,925 linear feet; Rodriguez St., intersecting with Jimenez St., with a length of 4,765 linear feet; Morales St., at the intersection with Jimenez St. and Espejo Molina Rd., spanning 4,600 linear feet; Valdez St., measuring 2,655 linear feet and Rosales St., which will require a new grate inlet.  The paved streets will need overlay repairs to address and eliminate hazardous conditions.

Solution: To combat flooding caused by a dip, an inlet with concrete piping will be installed along Rosales St. Potholes and multiple cracks must be leveled and filled to ensure safer roads for the residents of El Cenizo. The existing conditions are often worsened by flash flooding, rendering the streets unsafe and impassable.   

Results: If approved, the Purchasing Agent will secure competitive bids in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Competitive Bidding Method and will return with a recommendation to the Governing Body for consideration to award.

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