Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Materials Testing (RFQ / IDIQ) at TSTC

Texas State Technical College (TSTC) is seeking qualified professional firms to provide Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Materials Testing (CMT) services across all of its campuses through Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Number 288. The solicitation covers a wide range of technical services including geotechnical engineering, foundation engineering, geological engineering, and various inspection and testing services to support planning, construction, renovation, activation, and occupancy of higher education facilities and infrastructure projects. The initial contract term is two years, with an option to extend for three additional one-year terms, and TSTC anticipates making multiple awards to firms providing the best value. Interested vendors must submit their qualifications electronically through TSTC's Rsolution/Jaggaer electronic bidding system, with the solicitation opening on 4/24/2025 at 3:00 PM CDT and closing on 5/15/2025 at 2:00 PM CDT. Evaluation criteria will include responsiveness, ability to meet specifications, quality of references, and overall customer service quality. Suppliers must create an account in the electronic bidding system and can access technical support through JAGGAER at 1-800-233-1121 if needed.

TSTC is not currently requiring a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan for this solicitation, though a HUB plan becomes mandatory when a project exceeds $100,000. The college recommends electronic funds transfers for payment and requires separate invoices for each service location. Pricing will be fixed for the first two years, with any subsequent increases subject to prior TSTC approval. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the solicitation covers multiple NIGP Commodity Codes suggesting a potentially significant scope of work across TSTC's campuses. The procurement method is an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, which allows flexibility in ordering services as needed throughout the contract period. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive capabilities in geotechnical and construction materials testing, with a focus on supporting higher education infrastructure projects. The multi-award approach indicates TSTC is seeking to establish a pool of qualified vendors who can provide specialized engineering and testing services as required.