Geotechnical Engineering Support Services at Morris Sheppard Dam in Graford, Texas

The Brazos River Authority (BRA) is seeking geotechnical engineering support services for the Morris Sheppard Dam project located in Graford, Texas, through Request for Proposals (RFP No. 25-1361). The procurement involves professional geotechnical engineering services focused on supporting the installation of a 450 KW standby generator and associated transfer switch at the dam site. Required services include conducting dam monitoring instrument readings, analyzing results, surveying geological surface features, performing subsurface exploration, providing foundation recommendations, and delivering comprehensive geotechnical engineering assessments. Proposals are due by 10:00 AM on Thursday, April 3, 2025, and will be opened virtually, with the contract awarded based on demonstrated competence and qualifications. The evaluation will emphasize the firm's technical expertise, understanding of project requirements, and capability to execute the specialized geotechnical engineering tasks effectively. Key deliverables include detailed geological assessments, monitoring reports, foundation recommendations, and technical documentation supporting the generator installation project.

The BRA explicitly encourages participation from small, minority, women-owned, and historically underutilized businesses (HUB), requiring respondents to submit a completed HUB Subcontracting Plan as part of their proposal. Contractors must comply with state procurement laws and maintain specific insurance coverages, including professional liability insurance with a minimum limit of $500,000 per claim. The contract will be structured as a time and materials agreement with a mutually agreed not-to-exceed amount, providing flexibility in project execution. The contract term will cover the entire project completion period, with the BRA reserving the right to terminate the agreement without penalty. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the scope of work suggests a moderate-scale geotechnical engineering project with potential value commensurate with the complexity of dam infrastructure assessment and generator installation support services.