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Court authorizes sealed bids for Washington County Jail roof overlay; bids due Dec. 4
Summary
Commissioners authorized the county auditor to advertise and solicit sealed bids for the Washington County Jail roof overlay project (WC2511025), with bids due Dec. 4, 2025, at 10 a.m.; a contractor representative described the proposed system’s benefits.
Washington County Commissioners Court authorized the county auditor on Nov. 10 to advertise and solicit sealed bids for the Washington County Jail roof overlay project (project code WC2511025). Bids were set to be due Dec. 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the county clerk’s office and to be opened that same day in the commissioners court.
A project representative (identified in the record as Mister Braven) described the proposed roofing system’s advantages: increasing slope to improve drainage, cleaning clogged drain lines, a reflective surface to reduce energy costs and an established warranty. He noted the county has had success with the same system on other county buildings and that a manufacturer discount program could reduce material costs if contracts are executed for 2026.
A motion to authorize advertisement and solicitation of sealed bids, in accordance with county purchasing rules, was made, seconded and approved by voice vote.
Why it matters: The roof project addresses ongoing leaks and energy efficiency at the jail and sheriff’s department buildings. Setting the procurement schedule moves the project toward contract award and construction in 2026, subject to bid results and budget availability.
What’s next: The county auditor will publish the solicitation and accept sealed bids by the announced deadline; staff expects to evaluate bids and return to commissioners with a contract award recommendation.
