Numerical groundwater availability model for the marathon aquifer

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the award of a contract to develop a numerical groundwater availability model for the Marathon Aquifer, a minor aquifer in West Texas. The selected contractor will develop the model using MODFLOW 6, verify and document the structural model framework, calibrate the model, conduct predictive simulations, and write a numerical model report. The project deliverables and schedule are specified, with the final model and report due no later than 24 months after the start of the contract. The maximum total project cost is $500,000, and the selected contractor(s) will only receive compensation upon completion and acceptance of tasks. The RFQ outlines requirements for the contractor, including experience in project management, groundwater modeling, GIS, and statistical methods. Subcontractors must also meet the same requirements. The RFQ provides details on the submission process, evaluation criteria, and contract terms, including liquidated damages for delayed deliverables.

This contract opportunity is open to all qualified business entities that can demonstrate the ability to complete the project within the guidelines of the solicitation and applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations. The project will cover the jurisdictions of Travis County and the City of Austin, Texas. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The RFQ does not mention any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and there is no information provided about existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The total contract value is not specified, but the maximum project cost is $500,000.