Pre-Development and Development Services for 911 Emergency Communications and Emergency Operations Center

The City of Dallas is requesting Qualification Statements from qualified firms to serve as Developer Agent for pre-development and development services on the redevelopment and adaptive reuse of an existing facility into a mission-critical 911 Emergency Communications Center and Emergency Operations Center, with Qualification Statements due August 7, 2026.

The procurement is structured under Texas Local Government Code Section 271.908. The Developer Agent will provide comprehensive pre-development and development services including project management, design coordination, permitting, and construction administration throughout the pre-development and development phases. The facility must support resilient, secure, and technologically advanced emergency communications and emergency management operations.

Key qualifications include demonstrated prior experience with similar mission-critical facilities, emergency services infrastructure, and adaptive reuse projects; expertise in coordinating multiple stakeholders and managing complex permitting processes; knowledge of local regulatory requirements; and financial capacity to execute the engagement. The specifications document establishes evaluation criteria based on relevant experience, technical qualifications, financial capacity, and organizational structure. Responding firms must demonstrate familiarity with building codes and emergency communications standards applicable to the jurisdiction.

Work is performed in Dallas, Texas (Tarrant County area). Contract terms, including value and duration, will be negotiated following selection of the qualified firm. The specifications document (01-Specifications for Pre-Development and Development Services for 911 Emergency Communications and Emergency Operations Center.pdf) is attached and establishes the full scope of required services and evaluation framework.