Passive Infrared Camera Surveys

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is seeking a contractor to perform Passive Infrared Camera Surveys through a Request for Proposal (RFP) with solicitation number 582-26-00013. The procurement seeks comprehensive aerial and ground survey services focused on video imaging and recording of air emissions, specifically targeting hydrocarbons and volatile organic compound (VOC) species across industrial sites, disaster areas, debris fields, and pipelines within Texas and up to 9.0 nautical miles offshore. Contractors must demonstrate technical capabilities, including passive infrared camera systems capable of simultaneously visualizing multiple hydrocarbon compounds, operating within specific temperature and humidity ranges, and providing evidence of previous field validation. The contract will span five years, from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2030, with proposal responses due on April 14, 2025, at 3:00 PM Central Time. Pricing will be structured on hourly rates for survey observations, with separate reimbursement for aviation fuel costs, and contractors will be evaluated on their technical competence, equipment capabilities, and prior experience in environmental monitoring technologies.

The solicitation includes a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan with an agency-specific goal of 26% for other services contracts, creating opportunities for HUB-certified vendors in areas such as contaminated soil services and hauling services. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the comprehensive nature of the survey requirements suggests a potentially significant contract value. The procurement appears open to qualified vendors with specialized infrared camera technologies and demonstrated environmental monitoring expertise. Potential subcontracting opportunities exist for smaller or disadvantaged businesses that can support the primary contractor's technical and logistical requirements. The TCEQ's emphasis on detailed technical capabilities and comprehensive survey methodologies indicates a rigorous selection process that will prioritize vendors with advanced technological solutions and proven field experience in environmental emissions monitoring.