REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)

RFQ 26-02

Architectural And Engineering Design Services Miller Road Maintenance Facility

Harris County Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two (HC TIRZ #2) Issued: August 28, 2026

KEY INFORMATION

SOQ Submission Deadline (Civcast) September 25, 2026 @ 2:00 PM CST

Deadline for Questions (Civcast) September 10, 2026 @ 5:00 PM CST Submittal Platform CIVCAST - Digital Submissions Only Estimated Project Start November 2026 Project Type Road Maintenance Facility Campus

PROJECT OVERVIEW

HC TIRZ #2 is seeking qualified architectural and engineering firms to provide comprehensive Professional Architectural and Design Services for a new Road Maintenance Facility campus. The project involves architectural and engineering design and interior design, for a multi-building facility supporting 24-7 road maintenance operations. Additional professional services as required and authorized may include, but not limited to, surveying, environmental assessments, geotechnical engineering, and Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE). HC TIRZ #2 will procure inspection service(s) including construction material testing under a separate contract.

Key Facility Components:

Administrative offices and dispatch center Main maintenance facility with service bays and storage Equipment storage structures Existing fueling station to remain Hazardous materials storage facility Employee facilities and training areas Parking and vehicle circulation Site development, utilities, and landscaping

1. INTRODUCTION & GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 Issuing Entity

Harris County Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two (HC TIRZ #2) is seeking qualified architectural and engineering firms to provide comprehensive Professional Architectural and Engineering Design Services for a new Road Maintenance Facility. Harris County Redevelopment Authority Number Two (HC RDA #2) is anticipated to be the entity entering into the Professional Services Agreement.

RFQ 26-02 Architectural And Engineering Design Services Miller Road Maintenance Facility

1.2 Procurement Method

This RFQ solicits qualifications for Professional Architectural and Engineering Services exceeding $25,000.

Professional Architectural and Engineering services are being procured in accordance with & pursuant to the Texas Professional Services Procurement Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 2254. The selected architectural firm will assume single-point responsibility and must demonstrate the qualifications, experience, technical approach, schedule feasibility, and MWBE participation. Cost will not be considered in the selection process; the contract terms and fees will be negotiated after the firm is selected.

1.3 Contact Information

All questions and official communications must be submitted in writing through CivcastUSA or by email to:

Damon Williams Zone Administrator TouchPoint Strategies email: damon@touchpointtx.com

Only written responses to written inquiries through CivcastUSA.com are binding. Oral or other communications do not obligate HC TIRZ #2 or HC RDA #2.

1.4 Texas Professional Requirements

All work shall be conducted in accordance with the Texas State Board of Architectural Examiners (SBAE) rules and regulations. The prime consultant must have a Registered Architect (RA) licensed in Texas who will be responsible for all architectural documents and professional oversight.

1.5 MWBE Participation

HC TIRZ #2 requires mandatory 25% minimum Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) participation in this contract. This is a mandatory requirement, not an aspirational goal.

1.6 Submission Platform - CIVCAST ONLY

All SOQ submittals MUST be submitted electronically through CIVCAST prior to the submission deadline.

Hard copy and email submissions will NOT be accepted.

2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION & OVERVIEW

2.1 Facility Overview

The Miller Road Maintenance Facility is a new, purpose-built campus designed to consolidate and centralize road maintenance operations for Harris County TIRZ #2. The facility will support 24-7 road maintenance and rapid emergency response operations.

2.2 Project Location

Miller Road vicinity, Harris County, Texas (within HC TIRZ #2 boundaries). Specific parcel information and site access to be provided post award.

2.3 Facility Components

Administrative building (offices, dispatch, training) Main maintenance facility (service bays, storage, shops) Equipment storage structures Existing fueling station to remain Hazardous materials storage facility Employee facilities (restrooms, breakroom, lockers) Parking and vehicle circulation Site development (grading, drainage, utilities, landscaping) Interior design and furnishings Structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems Landscape and site improvements Full ADA accessibility compliance Texas Building Code compliance Complete construction documentation

3. ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION PHASES

3.1 Phase I: Schematic Design using Existing Conceptual Design Report (maximum 8 weeks)

Deliverables include:

Site analysis and planning documentation Program verification with detailed space planning Multiple building configuration concepts with tilt wall scheme option as presented in the existing

Conceptual Design Report Conceptual site plans and floor plans Building elevations and architectural renderings Order-of-magnitude cost estimates Preliminary project schedule and phasing Schematic Design Report with recommendations Site Geotechnical Exploration Report Phase 1 ESA

3.2 Phase II: Design Development (maximum 10 weeks)

Deliverables include:

Detailed floor plans with room sizing and equipment placement Building elevations and architectural renderings Interior finish selections and specifications Structural system design and preliminary plans Mechanical HVAC and systems design (50% detail) Electrical systems and lighting design (50% detail)

Plumbing systems design (50% detail) Landscape and site design development Texas Building Code compliance analysis ADA accessibility compliance strategy Updated cost estimates and project schedule Design Development package for approval

3.3 Phase III: Construction Documents (maximum 12 weeks)

Deliverables include:

Complete architectural plans and details Structural plans and calculations Mechanical design and drawings Electrical design and drawings Plumbing design and drawings Landscape and site civil plans Comprehensive project specifications (CSI MasterFormat) Detailed construction cost estimate Bidding documents and instructions Permitting and code compliance documentation ADA compliance certification

3.4 Phase IV: Construction Administration (through construction)

Services include:

Pre-construction coordination and procedures Construction site visits and inspections Submittal review and approval RFI processing and response Change order evaluation and documentation Coordination with inspection and construction material testing service providers under separate contract Monthly construction progress meetings Monthly progress reporting Code compliance inspection coordination Record drawings and as-built documentation Final inspection and punch list closeout Project commissioning support

4. PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

4.1 Texas Architecture Licensing

Prime Consultant must be a firm licensed to practice architecture in Texas with physical presence in the project area with a Registered Architect (RA) licensed by the Texas State Board of Architectural Examiners who will sign and seal all architectural documents.

4.2 Required Team Composition

Minimum team includes:

Registered Architect/Project Architect-in-Charge (RA licensed in Texas) Senior Project Architect (NCARB-certified or equivalent) BIM Manager/CAD Coordinator Interior Designer (IIDA/ASID preferred) Structural Engineer (Texas PE licensed) Mechanical Engineer (Texas PE licensed) Electrical Engineer (Texas PE licensed) Plumbing Engineer (Texas PE licensed) Landscape Architect (Texas LA licensed preferred) Civil Engineer (Texas PE licensed) Specifications Writer Administrative Support

Key personnel must remain on project unless prior HC TIRZ #2 approval obtained.

Additional professional services as required and authorized may include, but not limited to, surveying, environmental assessments, geotechnical engineering, and Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE).

5. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

5.1 SOQ Format

Electronic PDF format only, maximum 20 pages (plus required documents), , 8.5” by 11” sheet, 11-point font minimum, with minimum 1-inch margins. All graphics and other images are included in the total pages. Graphics and other images do not have to meet the font requirement but must be readable.

5.2 Required SOQ Content (Maximum 20 pages)

Respondents to address the following in the SOQs:

SECTION A. Expertise/Experience/Qualification of Key Personnel - Demonstrate experience of the Team’s ability to successfully complete the Tasks listed in the Scope of Work. Provide key personnel qualifications proposed to be used on the project (including sub-consultants)

SECTION B. Project Approach - Demonstrate the approach and control appropriate for accomplishing the Scope of Work. Detailed proposed plan of action, including but not limited to strategy, understanding of scope, technical requirements, and quality assurance control measures.

Specifically describe (a)control of scope to meet the project deliverables (b) manage work processes to meet the project Schedule; (c) manage risks; and (d) manage the budget.

SECTION C. Technical Competence - Demonstrate Technical abilities to perform the Tasks listed in the Scope of Work. Provide Demonstrated performance and experience on previous or current projects of similar type, complexity, challenges, and functionality. Information must relate to the Team’s overall abilities to accomplish the project scope. (preferably within the last five years)

SECTION D. Schedule Plan - Demonstrate that the Team can meet the project schedule and have efficient and effective means in place to manage the progress of the Project. Provide plan and strategy for meeting the project schedule.

SECTION E. QA/QC Program and Plan - Demonstrate the Team’s ability to implement and manage QA/QC. Describe the approach to implementing and managing quality assurance and quality control throughout the Project. Providing a narrative, tables, and/or illustrations that address the QA/QC Process including resources/tools and coordination of quality, testing and corrective action process and procedures.

SECTION F. M/WBE Plan - Demonstrate the ability to meet the requirements to maximize M/WBE participation.

5.3 Required Submittal Documents (Not in page count)

Signed Transmittal Letter (one page) Letters of Intent from all sub-consultants MWBE Utilization Plan Conflict of Interest Form or Certification (TEC Form: https://www.ethics.state.tx.us/data/forms/conflict/CIQ.pdf) Professional Liability Insurance Evidence SBAE License Verification

5.4 CIVCAST Submission

Single PDF named "RFQ 26-02_[Firm Name]" submitted through CIVCAST only. NO HARD COPIES. NO

EMAIL. LATE SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

6. EVALUATION PROCESS & CRITERIA

6.1 Evaluation Scoring

Evaluation Criterion Weight Points

A. Expertise/Experience/Qualification of Key Personnel

30% 30

B. Project Approach 20% 20 C. Technical Competence 15% 15 D. Schedule Plan 15% 15 E. QA/QC Plan 10% 10 F. MWBE Participation Plan 10% 10

TOTAL 100% 100

6.2 Interview Process (If scheduled)

HC TIRZ #2 reserves the right to request and require that each respondent meet with the evaluation committee for an interview to further discuss their submission at a later scheduled date and time. No respondent is entitled to this opportunity, and no respondent shall be entitled to attend presentations of any other respondent. If necessary, respondents may be required to meet with the evaluation committee more than once. The review committee reserves the right to interview any respondent to conduct proper review, and being called for an interview is not to be considered as short-listed respondents. HC TIRZ #2 reserves the right to select respondent that may not have been interviewed.

6.3 Selection & Award

Highest-ranked respondent will be selected, subject to successful contract negotiations and verification of qualifications, insurance, and financial stability.

7. MWBE PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS

7.1 HC TIRZ #2 requires mandatory 25% Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) participation.

Mandatory minimum 25% participation (not aspirational) Only certified MWBE firms count Must perform Commercially Useful Function Complete MWBE Utilization Plan required Monthly MWBE compliance reporting required If the Respondent is a certified MBE or WBE, Contractor may count its self-performance to meet a portion of the overall goal.

If unable to achieve minimum 25% MWBE participation, submit good faith efforts documentation Waivers available only in case-by-case circumstances with documented best efforts and discretion of HC TIRZ #2

8. GENERAL CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS

8.1 Insurance Requirements

Prime Architect: $2,000,000 per occurrence / $5,000,000 aggregate E&O Insurance

All Consultants: $2,000,000 per occurrence E&O Insurance

All consultants: $1,000,000 General Liability minimum

8.2 Texas Building Code Compliance

All design shall comply with current Texas Building Code. Architect shall prepare code compliance documentation and coordinate with code officials.

8.3 ADA Accessibility

All facilities shall be designed in full compliance with ADA Accessibility Guidelines. Architect shall prepare ADA compliance certification at CD completion.

8.4 Reservation of Rights

HC TIRZ #2 reserves the right to evaluate all submittals, request supplemental information, conduct interviews, reject any SOQ, cancel the RFQ, negotiate with selected firm, or award to multiple respondents.

8.5 No Commitment

This RFQ does not commit HC TIRZ #2 to pay any costs incurred or to award a contract. HC TIRZ #2 shall have no liability for respondents for costs or damage arising from this RFQ.

9. CONTRACT TERMS & NEGOTIATION

9.1 Not-to-Exceed Budget

Professional architectural and engineering services listed in this RFQ (all Phases including SD, DD, CD, and CA) will be negotiated after selection.

9.2 Schedule

Schematic Design Report as described in Section 3.1 of this RFQ: maximum 8 weeks Design Development as described in Section 3.2 of this RFQ: maximum 10 weeks Construction Documents as described in Section 3.3 of this RFQ: maximum 12 weeks Construction Administration as described in Section 3.4 of this RFQ: through construction

9.3 No Work Before Execution

No work may commence before contract execution and issuance of Notice to Proceed.

10. SPECIAL PROVISIONS

10.1 Monthly Progress Meetings & Reporting

Architect shall conduct monthly progress meetings with HC TIRZ #2 and submit comprehensive monthly progress reports including schedule status, budget tracking, design progress, action items, and technical updates.

10.2 BIM Coordination

Architect shall utilize Building Information Modeling (BIM) for design coordination across all disciplines.

All specialty consultants shall participate in coordinated BIM environment.

10.3 Professional Credentials

Architect shall maintain all required Texas professional licenses and registrations. E&O insurance must remain in effect throughout project duration. Architect must immediately notify HC TIRZ #2 of any license or credential changes.

10.4 MWBE Compliance Reporting

Consultant shall submit monthly MWBE compliance reports showing work performed by MWBE firms and cumulative participation percentage.

END OF REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS