Groundwater Study

The University of Texas at Austin is requesting qualifications from architect/engineer firms for a Campus Geological and Hydrogeological Study, with Statement of Qualifications due July 17, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central Standard Time and a pre-submittal conference on June 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM. A VetHUB Subcontracting Plan is a mandatory submittal element for this contract valued at or above $100,000.

The scope is to characterize geology and hydrogeology beneath UT Austin's Main Campus, consolidate existing subsurface data into a web-based GIS geodatabase, develop predesign processes to identify problematic subsurface conditions, and evaluate alternative beneficial uses for groundwater. The study addresses historical groundwater intrusion in the North End Zone building, Mulva Hall, and utility tunnel infrastructure. Work is performed in Central Texas with emphasis on local presence and resources for field work, familiarity with regional soil and hydrological conditions, and experience with geological and hydrogeological analysis related to infrastructure systems.

Evaluation criteria assign maximum points to past representative project performance (30 points), respondent planning capabilities (20 points), and project team ability to provide services (15 points). Respondents must demonstrate relevant project experience from the past ten years, project team qualifications with resumes of key personnel, financial stability, professional liability insurance (minimum $500,000 each claim and $500,000 aggregate), and absence of conflicts of interest with University of Texas System employees or board members. Respondents must also comply with Texas state requirements including franchise tax certification, workers' compensation insurance, child support delinquency verification, and certification under Executive Order GA-48 regarding foreign adversaries.

The qualifications submission is limited to 50 printable pages (excluding cover, table of contents, VetHUB plan, and execution of offer) and must be submitted as a searchable PDF. Short-listed firms will be notified approximately August 5, 2026, with interviews scheduled August 10–14, 2026. Contract award is anticipated September 21, 2026, with services commencing approximately October 20, 2026. Pricing is not included in the qualifications phase and will be addressed during proposal following selection of the most qualified firm.