Engineering Services - Flood Mitigation Planning

Guadalupe County, Texas, is requesting qualifications for engineering services to develop a detailed Drainage Master Plan and flood mitigation strategy, funded through a Texas Water Development Board grant, with Statements of Qualifications due November 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time and questions due October 28, 2026.

The scope encompasses hydrologic and hydraulic assessment of subject watersheds and streams, identification of existing and future flood-prone areas, and development of a practical stormwater management plan to address critical flooding problems. The work supports the County's growth and development management objectives. Respondents must demonstrate experience with TWDB-funded flood mitigation projects, other government-funded flood projects, and related environmental work. Professional Liability insurance with a minimum of $1 million per occurrence, Commercial General Liability of $1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate, Comprehensive Automobile Liability coverage, and Workers' Compensation Insurance are required.

Evaluation criteria allocate up to 100 points: Firm's Related Project Experience (30 points), Related Project References (15 points), Key Personnel Experience (30 points), and Capacity to Perform (25 points). The evaluation process may include oral presentations and reference checks. SOQ submissions are limited to 40 single-sided pages (or 20 double-sided pages), excluding required forms and attachments. Respondents must submit electronically via BIDNet Direct or in hard copy (one original and one electronic copy on flash drive). SOQs must remain valid for a minimum of 90 days following the RFQ closing date.

Funding is contingent upon Commissioners Court appropriation, and the County reserves the right to cancel the contract if funds are not appropriated in any fiscal year. All submissions become the property of Guadalupe County upon submittal and are subject to the Texas Public Information Act.