Construction Engineering, Inspection and Material Testing Services for Follets Island Dune Restoration Phase 2 Blue Water Highway Dunes Project

Brazoria County is seeking Construction Engineering, Inspection, and Material Testing Services for the Follets Island Dune Restoration Phase 2 Blue Water Highway Dunes Project through Request for Sealed Qualifications (RFSQ) #25-34. The procurement targets professional services related to comprehensive engineering support for a coastal restoration initiative, specifically focusing on dune reconstruction and environmental stabilization efforts. Qualified firms must demonstrate expertise in coastal engineering, construction inspection, and material testing methodologies applicable to marine and shoreline restoration projects. Bids are due on February 14, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. local time, with submissions accepted electronically through the Bonfire platform or via hard copy at the Brazoria County Courthouse West Annex Building. The county will publicly open and review submissions in the Purchasing Conference Room, with a Zoom option available for remote participation. Interested bidders must obtain the full bid package through one of three methods: downloading from the Bonfire portal, picking up physical copies from the Purchasing Department during business hours, or requesting a mailed copy by contacting the department directly.

No specific set-aside designations or enterprise restrictions were explicitly mentioned in the provided documentation. The procurement appears open to qualified engineering and construction services firms with demonstrated coastal restoration expertise. While exact budget ranges were not specified in the available materials, the project's scope suggests a significant infrastructure investment focusing on environmental preservation and coastal resilience. The electronic bidding platform (Bonfire) indicates a modern procurement approach, requiring vendors to register and provide comprehensive company details including name, address, telephone, contact information, and email address. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate technical capabilities, relevant project experience, and specialized knowledge in dune restoration engineering and material testing methodologies specific to coastal environments. The county's approach suggests a comprehensive evaluation process that will likely assess vendor qualifications, technical competence, and proven track record in similar marine infrastructure and environmental restoration projects.