Portable Generators and ATS Design for Emergencies

The City of Lubbock, Texas, is seeking qualifications for a Hazard Mitigation Grant Program project involving the design of portable generators and automatic transfer switches (ATS) for the Southeast Water Reclamation Plant and Lubbock Civic Center. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ 25-18963-TF) aims to select an engineering consultant to provide professional services for designing 5 portable diesel generators with associated transfer switches. Respondents will be evaluated based on four key criteria: Team Organization and Qualifications (30 points), Experience on Similar Projects (30 points), Project Approach (30 points), and Overall Responsiveness to the RFQ (10 points). The City plans to short-list up to five firms and may conduct interviews to select a final consultant. Proposals are due by August 12, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. through the Bonfire Hub online submission platform, with the selected consultant responsible for evaluating electrical systems, developing technical specifications and drawings, preparing cost estimates, and providing bid phase services.

The procurement is subject to federal and state grant regulations, including compliance with 2 CFR 200.322 on domestic preferences and 2 CFR 200.323 on procurement of recovered materials. Vendors must prioritize U.S.-made goods and EPA-designated items with recycled content, adhering to both FEMA and Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) grant rules. Multiple mandatory certifications are required, including a Suspension and Debarment Certification, Texas Government Code Section 2252 certification, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, and Non-Collusion Affidavit. Insurance requirements are stringent, with specified coverage limits including General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Professional Liability ($2,000,000), and Business Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence). The contract is subject to City Council approval and annual appropriation, with the City reserving the right to cancel the RFQ or reject any submissions. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the project is funded through a Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, indicating significant public investment in emergency preparedness infrastructure.