Specifications (43).pdf

SPECIFICATIONS

SCOPE

Harris County is seeking multiple professional firms with the experience, capabilities, and qualified available staff to provide environmental services for various projects for the Office of the County Engineer (OCE).

PRE-SUBMITTAL CONFERENCE

A pre-submittal conference will be held Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CST via Microsoft Teams.

Attendance is not mandatory, but all vendors should attend in order to have a better understanding of the requirements of this Request for Qualifications (RFQ).

Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/279645016610704?p=RrsBk06TlBChnaVtvl

Meeting ID: 279 645 016 610 704 Passcode: 6n7r3Ri3

Dial in by phone

+1 281-985-1862,,57865473# United States, Aldine Find a local number

Phone conference ID: 578 654 73#

Persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations should contact the Office of the Purchasing Agent at (713) 274-4400 at least two (2) days prior to the conference.

It is the responsibility of each vendor to examine the entire RFQ package, seek clarification in writing, and review their submittal for accuracy before submitting. Questions relating to this RFQ must be submitted in writing online within Bonfire at https://harriscountytx.bonfirehub.com. The deadline for submission of questions relating to this RFQ is listed on the Events Schedule within Bonfire. All questions submitted in writing prior to the deadline will be compiled and answered in writing. A copy of all questions and answers will be released as a Public Notice to all firms through Bonfire. The County will not be bound by any information conveyed verbally.

M/WBEs Harris County is committed to fostering meaningful engagement with prime contractors and subcontractors that reflect the diverse business community within the County. We are dedicated to ensuring that Minority- and Women- Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBEs) are afforded fair and equitable opportunities to participate in the County’s procurement process per the County’s M/WBE Policy. As this is a Request for Qualifications (RFQ), the County's focus at this stage is exclusively on evaluating the expertise and qualifications of potential vendors. Upon the development of the project scope, Harris County will carefully review and assess each project to determine the appropriate M/WBE participation goals accordingly.

RENEWAL OPTIONS

Harris County may consider four (4) one-year renewal options, renewable one (1) year at a time, based on the same terms and conditions. Renewal is subject to approval by Harris County Commissioners Court. Once renewal options are exhausted, the contract must be rebid. Harris County reserves the right to rebid at any time as is in its best interest and is not automatically bound to renew.

CERTIFICATE OF INTERESTED PARTIES (FORM 1295)

Texas law requires all parties who enter into any contract with the County which must be approved by Commissioners Court to disclose all interested parties. Form 1295 must be completed in its entirety at the following website:

https://www.ethics.state.tx.us/filinginfo/1295/ prior to submitting your response. Failure to do so may result in

Supplemental Professional Environmental Services for Various Projects for the Office of the County Engineer https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/279645016610704?p=RrsBk06TlBChnaVtvl tel:+12819851862,,57865473 https://dialin.teams.cloud.microsoft/e48917d9-8244-4157-a343-69eb2b79d56b?id=57865473 https://harriscountytx.bonfirehub.com/ https://www.ethics.state.tx.us/filinginfo/1295/ disqualification of your response.

DESCRIPTION

Harris County is seeking professional environmental services for various projects for the Office of the County Engineer (OCE) throughout Harris County. All firm(s) proposing to provide services to the County shall have an established staff or team capable of providing the services indicated in the Scope of Work.

The Scope of Work shall include environmental services including but not limited to assessments, sampling, field and laboratory testing and inspection services. The firm(s) must be registered with the State of Texas, be able to provide fully licensed personnel to provide engineering services, and capable of providing services including but not limited to sealing reports. In accordance with Tex. Gov’t Code Ann. § 2254.003, the evaluation and award for the services will be made on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform the services, and for a fair and reasonable price.

Harris County intends to authorize negotiations with multiple firms and contracts will be awarded when a project is initiated and after successful negotiation with the selected firm.

SCOPE OF WORK

Harris County invites the submittal of Statement of Qualification (SOQ), not later than the date due, as listed in the scope of services of this RFQ, from highly qualified firms interested in providing environmental services.

The services shall, at the sole discretion of Harris County, include but in no way be limited to, any and all of the following:

1. Environmental Review, Permitting, and Analysis:

The firm shall provide support for County projects and interests to ensure compliance with various Federal and State regulatory agencies. These agencies include, but are not limited to, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD).

The firm shall have staff or partners qualified to perform biological surveys, archaeological surveys, and other environmental assessment activities. These assessments are necessary for site evaluations, risk management, records management, construction support, regulatory strategy, and acting as a liaison. Specific areas of responsibility include:

• Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESA)

• National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Documentation

• USACE Section 404 & Section 10 Permitting and Wetland Delineations

• State and Federal Endangered Species Act Section 7 Consultation, Section 9 Compliance, and Section 10 Permitting

• Antiquities Code of Texas and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act Desktop Assessments and Pedestrian Surveys

2. Hazardous Materials, Hazardous Waste, and Solid Waste Management

The firm (and/or its partners) must possess a thorough understanding of Federal and State environmental regulations governing the management of County-generated hazardous or special waste. This includes handling hazardous materials, managing spills, cleanup, and site restoration.

The firm may be required to provide support and guidance in areas such as the storage, transportation, use, removal, lawful disposal of waste, and compliance with permit requirements. Firm may also assist in completing and reviewing manifests, managing underground storage tanks, addressing health and safety concerns, and delivering staff training. Services include but are not limited to:

• Providing training to County personnel on waste management

• Assisting in the classification and proper disposal of hazardous and special waste

3. Facilities Environmental Management and Inspections

• Asbestos Management:

The firm (and/or its partners) must have expertise in Federal and State regulations governing the management of regulated asbestos-containing materials. Firm may be required to perform asbestos surveys, prepare abatement project specifications, and oversee abatement activities. The firm must provide a Licensed Asbestos Consultant Agency and a Licensed Asbestos Individual Consultant for these services.

• Petroleum Storage Tank (PST) Management:

The firm (and/or its partners) shall have knowledge of Federal and State regulations related to the installation of above ground or underground petroleum storage tanks. This includes pre-design, design, bid, construction, and post-construction services. Specific services may include site investigation, monitoring, remediation, and/or closure, as well as the preparation or updating of Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans.

• Site Remediation:

The firm (and/or its partners) shall be familiar with Federal and State regulations and best practices for developing site-specific cleanup strategies. Firm will be responsible for preparing bid documents, overseeing the cleanup process, submitting required documentation to the TCEQ, and ensuring the cleanup is completed and closed according to regulatory standards.

• Other Environmental Risks:

The firm (and/or its partners) shall have knowledge of Federal and State regulations for addressing common environmental risks such as mold, lead-based paint, radon, and radiation. This includes assessing and remediating issues related to indoor air quality and hazardous materials.

4. Additional Services

The firm may be called upon to provide environmental consulting services for projects not specifically outlined above. These services will support Harris County’s compliance with federal, state, or local environmental rules and regulations.

Offers shall submit SOQ’s referencing the hypothetical project listed below.. The project is hypothetical, but Offeror should prepare their qualification submittal as if they were proposing to work on this specific project.

Project Name Corridor – Market St. – From Bayway Drive to West

Sterling Avenue Project Limit Market Street from Bayway Drive to West Sterling

Avenue (See Exhibit 1 below for reference) Project Estimated Budget $20,000,000

General Environmental Project Scope The project involves converting the current 4-lane asphalt/concrete roadway with curbs into a 2-lane concrete roadway with curbs and a raised median. It also includes replacing four signalized intersections with roundabouts, assessing drainage improvements, making traffic recommendations, and planning for trails and sidewalks along Market Street.

Exhibit 1