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Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Materials Testing (RFQ / IDIQ) at

TSTC

Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Materials Testing (RFQ / IDIQ) at TSTC

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Open 4/24/2025 3:00 PM CDT Type Request for Qualifications Close 5/15/2025 2:00 PM CDT Number 288 Currency US Dollar

Sealed Until 5/15/2025 2:00 PM CDT

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Contacts Catherine Lopez cslopez121749@tstc.edu

Phone +1 254-867-3734 ext. 13734

Glendoris Wynn garchie@tstc.edu

Phone +1 254-867-3757

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NIGP Commodity Code NIGP Commodity Code Description 92546 Geotechnical Engineering 92542 Foundation Engineering 92545 Geological Engineering 92555 Inspecting, General Engineering 92556 Inspecting, Structural Engineering

96148 Laboratory and Field Testing Services, Including Hazardous Waste, (Not Otherwise Classified)

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TSTC Background Information

Texas State Technical College ("TSTC") is a coeducational two-year institution of higher education offering courses of study in technical vocational education for which there is demand within the State of Texas.

TSTC is mandated to contribute to the educational and economic development of the State of Texas by offering occupationally oriented programs with supporting academic course work, emphasizing highly specialized advanced and emerging technical and vocational areas for certificates or associate degrees.

Our mission, “to place more Texans in great paying jobs,” drives our institution. TSTC is pushing the boundaries in education, making outcomes the driving metric of success. We currently have 11 campuses across the state, with another new campus recently approved by the State Legislature that should be built and operating in the next few years. For more information about TSTC, go to http://tstc.edu/about.

Purpose:

Texas State Technical College (TSTC) is soliciting Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Services. This RFQ aims to identify qualified professional firms to provide miscellaneous geotechnical and CMT services to support the planning, construction, renovation, activation, and occupancy of higher education facilities and infrastructure projects at various TSTC campuses across Texas.

Supplier must demonstrate the ability to provide a very high level of customer service, and after the sale care. Qualifications will be evaluated on many criteria deemed to be in the best interest of TSTC, including but not limited to responsiveness to the terms and conditions of this RFQ, ability to meet specifications, and references. TSTC reserves the right to accept that bid which in its opinion, is in the best interest of

TSTC.

This IDIQ will cover all TSTC campuses. Multiple awards may be made to firms that provide the best value.

TSTC reserves the right to award this contract in whole, in part, or not at all, ensuring its best interest is served. Qualifications will be evaluated based on various criteria deemed in the best interest of TSTC, including but not limited to responsiveness to the terms and conditions of this RFP/IDIQ, ability to meet specifications, and references. TSTC reserves the right to accept the bid which, in its opinion, is in the best interest of TSTC.

Failure to submit a SIGNED Execution of Offer could result in disqualification (please make sure forms are signed when document is uploaded). TSTC is not requiring a HUB Subcontracting Plan at this time. When a project is awarded to a supplier and the dollar amount exceeds $100,000 a HUB Subcontracting Plan must be submitted with the proposal. Suppliers are not required to meet the State of Texas HUB goals however, TSTC requires that all suppliers make a good faith effort in achieving those goals.

This agreement is valid for a period of two years, with the option to extend for three more one-year terms.

Prices are fixed for the first two years, and any increases in the annual percentage rate during the renewal periods must receive prior approval from TSTC.

Please see "Buyer Attachments" tab for Scope of Service.

General Notes:

Q&A Board Message: If you have any questions concerning the project, please submit them through the Q&A Board. Note that once the Q&A session concludes, no further questions will be accepted. The Q&A Board is specifically for inquiries related to this project and is not intended for general questions about TSTC operations. Only suppliers interested in contracting with TSTC should use the Q&A Board. Suppliers not looking to respond to solicitations can direct their inquiries to the TSTC Records Management Officer.

For more details, please visit www.tstc.edu.

Confidentiality: If a supplier desires to submit information to TSTC which is considered as confidential, the supplier should mark the information "CONFIDENTIAL".

Description http://tstc.edu/about

Uploading: Any issues uploading or submitting bids, suppliers must contact TSTC Sourcing Department at the moment that the issues occurred via email with screenshots. Failure to notify will affect any remedy that could have been applied.

Zero Balance: Please be aware that your submitted bid will show a zero balance.

Email Communication: To ensure that all email communication is received, suppliers must "safelist" procurementservices@sciquest.com. TSTC will not be responsible if emails are not received.

Technical Issues: For password reset or log-in assistance, contact JAGGAER at 1-800-233-1121, and select the following options:

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Prerequisites Required to Enter Bid

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1. Rsolution System Overview - "How To Navigate"

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Please ensure that all requirements are met for each section. When addressing each criterion in your document, please title each section to clearly reflect the specific focus or requirement. After completing your document, be sure to upload it in this designated section. This step is crucial to ensure that your submission is properly reviewed.

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Suppliers must complete and submit the attached Campus Coverage Form as part of their proposal. This form is used to indicate which Texas State Technical College (TSTC) campuses the supplier can currently service. Selection does not limit the supplier from servicing additional campuses in the future if coverage expands.

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Please make sure the form is signed when the document is uploaded. The undersigned, in submitting this Statement of Qualifications and endorsement of same, represents that he/she is authorized to obligate his/her firm, that he/she is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability; that he/she will abide by all the policies and procedures of TSTC; and that he/she has read the entire RFQ package, is aware of the covenants contained herein, and will abide by and adhere to the written requirements in ALL sections of the RFQ.

Failure to sign and submit this form with the proposal may result in rejection at TSTC’s discretion.

5. Please review and confirm the TSTC Non-Collusion statement.

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The undersigned Firm, and each person signing on behalf of the Firm, certifies under penalty of perjury that to the best of their knowledge and belief, no member of Texas State Technical College, nor any employee, or person whose salary is payable, in whole or in part, by Texas State Technical College, has a direct or indirect financial interest in the award of this Proposal, in the services to which this Proposal relates, or in any of the profits, real or potential, thereof, except as otherwise noted herein.

7. TSTC Historically Underutilized Business Submittal Requirements and Subcontracting Approval-Please review the Historically Underutilized Business Submittal Requirements.

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If the undersigned Firm intends to deviate from the Specifications listed in this RFQ document or Contract, all such deviations must be listed on this page, with complete and detailed conditions and information included or attached.

TSTC will consider any deviations in its RFQ award decisions, and TSTC reserves the right to accept or reject any response based upon any deviations indicated below or in any attachments or inclusions.

In the absence of any deviation entry on this form, the Firm assures TSTC of his/her full compliance with the Terms and Conditions, Specifications, and all other information contained in this RFQ document.

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Buyer Attachments

1. Scope of Service.pdf

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Questions Required Questions

Group 1.1: General Information Instructions:

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TSTC Solicitation Requirements: Any exceptions to terms, conditions, and requirements in the Scope of Service including the sample contract(s) specifically the Sample Service Agreement (SEE LINK PROVIDED IN ATTACHED DOCUMENT), must be made in writing and listed on the Deviation/Compliance Signature Form in "Prerequisites" tab.

1.1.2 PAR: If Subcontracting will be obtained, suppliers must submit a Progress Assessment Report (PAR) form with each invoice. If no PAR is submitted with invoice, no payment will be issued. Any changes made to the HUB plan must be submitted to agency prior to the new subcontractor performing the work.

1.1.3 Are you an active registered Texas Historically Underutilized Business?

1.1.4 Are you a Minority Business Enterprise/Women Business Enterprise Supplier?

1.1.5 If you are not currently a HUB supplier and are interested in becoming one, please feel free to visit the link below for details on how to register as a Texas certified HUB supplier and apply for the Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL). Participation is entirely optional. For more information, click here: https://comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/vendor/hub/certification-process.php

Group 1.2: Payment and Delivery Information Instructions:

1.2.1 TSTC recommends Electronic Funds Transfers (EFT), including ACH, Wire Transfer, Virtual Card and Check as the preferred payment methods. Could you please share which payment method you are able to utilize? TSTC reserves the right to select a payment method that is the most efficient to process at time of payment.

1.2.2 A separate invoice is required for each location that a good or services is being provided. Additionally, coordination between TSTC staff and the supplier is essential prior to any delivery to ensure smooth processing (if applicable).

Group 2.1: Amendments Instructions:

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