ESBD_473257_1767634884119_RFP 26-1378 Addendum No. 1_Q&A.pdf
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- DeCordova Bend Dam Bridge Load Rating IDIQ
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- RFP_No._26-1378
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- Loving County, Wichita Falls City, Texas
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This document is a Questions and Answers addendum for RFP No. 26-1378, issued by the Brazos River Authority (BRA) in McLennan County, Texas, for an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract focused on bridge load rating analyses at DeCordova Bend Dam. The scope of work includes reviewing existing documentation, conducting site visits, performing nondestructive testing, and executing comprehensive load rating analyses in accordance with AASHTO standards and TXDOT guidelines. The project encompasses three primary spans of interest: a typical ramp span, a typical spillway span, and the low-flow span. The IDIQ contract includes potential scope item for providing third-party expert opinions for load rating analyses of other facilities throughout the Brazos River basin. Proposals were due by January 14, 2026 at 10:00 AM, with a virtual proposal opening scheduled for 11:00 AM the same day. The contract term is one year with potential renewal for four additional one-year periods, for a maximum five-year engagement. Site visit coordination will be provided by BRA, with no specific safety training certification required for routine inspections.
Compensation will be structured on a time-and-materials basis with individual Service Orders negotiated for scope and fees, subject to BRA approval of hourly rates. The RFP explicitly prohibits pricing information in proposals, with automatic disqualification for submissions containing pricing details. No minimum HUB subcontracting requirements are mandated for this solicitation, though HUB requirements current at the time of opening will be applied. Tab A and Tab C requirements apply only to the Prime Respondent, not subconsultants. Testing methods, certifications, and specialized equipment requirements are undetermined at this time. BRA will provide all existing documentation available upon request, though gaps in data may exist, requiring the selected firm to exercise professional judgment regarding additional field verification needs. Comprehensive insurance requirements include General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence/$2,000,000 aggregate), Professional Liability ($1,000,000 per claim), Workers' Compensation (statutory levels), and Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 per claim/aggregate).
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Questions & Answers - 1
Solicitation RFP No. 26-1378 - DeCordova Bend Dam Bridge Load Rating IDIQ
Buying Organization Brazos River Authority
No Question/Answer Question Date
Q1 Question: HUB Requirements
There are several references to HUB subcontracting in the RFP for the DeCordova Bend Dam Bridge
Load Rating IDIQ. We understand that a HUB Subcontracting Plan must be completed and submitted with our proposal. The blank HUB Subcontracting Plan included in the RFP includes a reference to the
23.7% HUB goal for Professional Services Contracts pursuant to Texas Gov’t Code 2161.252(b). Are you able to clarify what the minimum HUB requirements are for this particular project, if any?
Answer: The BRA provides equal contracting opportunities and encourages participation of small business enterprises, Historically Underutilized
Businesses and Disadvantaged Business enterprises; however, no HUB requirement goals are included for this solicitation.
12/09/2025
Q2 Question: Tab A Requirements
Tab A includes several requirements on providing information related to similar services completed, litigation, and default history. These requirements appear to apply to the Prime, and that is the way we are approaching it. Can you please confirm that the Tab A requirements apply to the Prime Consultant and not to the Subconsultants?
Answer: Tab A requirements apply to the Prime Respondent.
12/12/2025
Q3 Question: Tab C Forms
Should the Tab C forms be filled out by and for the Prime only, or do the Subconsultants also need to fill out those forms?
Answer: Tab C forms are to be completed by the Prime Respondent.
12/12/2025
Q4 Question: IDIQ or Focused Contract?
Is this contract an IDIQ or focused solely on the DeCordova Bend Dam Bridge? If it is an IDIQ, how many structures will be included under the contract?
Answer: This IDIQ will be focused on the DeCordova Bend Dam structure, except for scope item number 8: “Provide third party expert opinion for other load rating analyses for facilities throughout the
Brazos River basin,” which may involve other facilities.
12/12/2025
Q5 Question: HUB Requirement
Will HUB still be applied to this contract based on the current changes?
Answer: HUB requirements current at the time of opening will be applied to this solicitation.
12/12/2025
Q6 Question: Intended HUB Goal
According the RFP, a HUB Subcontracting Plan is required. Does the Brazos River Authority have a
HUB goal that respondents need to reach?
Answer: Please refer to the answer provided for Question #1.
12/15/2025
No Question/Answer Question Date
Q7 Question: General Description of Baseline Structure
Could you provide a general description of the existing bridge structure type and primary construction materials? Understanding the baseline structure will help us better anticipate the specific testing methods and modeling approaches required. Thanks
Answer: DeCordova Bend Dam features a bridge that is used primarily to carry vehicular and pedestrian traffic across the dam. The bridge consists of reinforced concrete T-beam spans of various configurations.
12/15/2025
Q8 Question: Underwater or Dive Inspections
Are underwater or dive inspections anticipated for any components of the DeCordova Bend Dam bridge structure under this IDIQ contract?
Answer: No, none are anticipated.
12/16/2025
Q9 Question: Specialized Equipment
Will the load rating analyses include specialized equipment beyond standard TxDOT vehicles (e.g., cranes, emergency vehicles)? If so, please specify.
Answer: It could, however, there are no such vehicles currently contemplated for analysis.
12/16/2025
Q10 Question: Testing Requirements
Are there specific nondestructive testing methods or certifications (e.g., ultrasonic, magnetic particle, radiographic) required for this contract? Is concrete core testing required?
Answer: Testing methods and requirements or certifications are undetermined at this time.
12/16/2025
Q11 Question: Access Coordination
Will BRA provide access coordination for site visits, including any required security clearances or safety training for dam facilities? Is there any specific safety training certification required for the inspectors?
Answer: BRA will coordinate site visits as needed with the selected firm. There is no specific safety training certification required for a routine site visit required by BRA.
12/16/2025
Q12 Question: Existing Documentation
What level of existing documentation will be provided (as-built drawings, previous inspection reports, material test data)? Should we anticipate gaps requiring additional field verification? If there are known omissions or missing details, can you specify which components may require field verification?
Answer: BRA will provide all existing documentation available to the selected firm upon request. There may be gaps in the data provided. The selected firm shall use their professional judgement as to whether or not any components require field verification.
12/16/2025
Q13 Question: Work Orders
How will work orders be issued under this IDIQ—will they be negotiated individually with scope and fee, or based on a pre-established rate schedule?
Answer: Service Orders shall be negotiated individually with scope and fee, on a time and materials basis.
12/16/2025
No Question/Answer Question Date
Q14 Question: Rating Elements
Does the scope include rating the substructure elements (piers, foundations)? Please confirm if substructure load rating is required given the proximity to the dam.
Answer: No, that is not included.
12/16/2025
Q15 Question: Number of Bridges
How many bridges require load rating in this RFP?
Answer: There are three primary spans of interest: a typical ramp span, a typical spillway span, and the low-flow span.
12/16/2025
Q16 Question: Point Allocation
Can you provide the weightage or point allocation for each evaluation criterion (Firm Experience, Team
Qualifications, QC Methodology, Schedule/Manpower)?
Answer: BRA typically does not specify weighted percentages for evaluation criteria in an effort to encourage respondents to propose innovative, creative solutions rather than focusing on heavily weighted sections.
12/16/2025
Q17 Question: Scope Questions
Do your properties testing typically require destructive testing? Are your plans available for reference?
Is the model a BrR file? Or are you wanting to do a finite analysis model? Is there a specific software you're looking at for the model, and what are you wanting the model to do?
Does the dam have any specific equipment that needs to be rated for that doesn’t follow typical
AASHTO guidelines?
Answer: Please see answers to questions #3and #5. BRA prefers a field verified finite analysis model.
The model should adequately represent the existing bridge deck configuration and conditions and should be suitable for use in load rating analyses.
12/16/2025
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