The Brazos River Authority (BRA) has issued Request for Proposals (RFP No. 25-1370) for PK Buttress No. 8 Conduit Relocation Services at the Morris Sheppard Dam in Palo Pinto County, Texas. The procurement seeks engineering firms to provide comprehensive structural and electrical engineering services focused on assessing and rerouting electrical conduit in Buttress No. 8. Key project deliverables include identifying the root cause of conduit deterioration, cutting into concrete to install new electrical boxes, and mapping remaining conduit infrastructure. Two non-mandatory pre-proposal meetings are scheduled for August 26, 2025, with an on-site pre-bid meeting located at 301 Observation Point Road in Graford, TX. Proposals are due by 10:00 AM on September 16, 2025, with a virtual proposal opening at 11:00 AM the same day. The contract will be awarded on a time and materials basis with a mutually agreed not-to-exceed amount, and respondents must demonstrate robust engineering expertise and technical capabilities to successfully complete the infrastructure rehabilitation project. The Brazos River Authority actively encourages submissions from Small, Minority, Women Owned Businesses, and Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs), with specific requirements for a HUB Subcontracting Plan. The contract term is one year, with potential renewals for up to four additional one-year periods, potentially extending the agreement to a total of five years. Comprehensive insurance coverage is mandatory, including professional liability, general liability, workers' compensation, and automobile liability. Respondents must comply with various state regulations, including provisions related to boycotts, ownership restrictions, and confidentiality requirements. While specific budget ranges were not explicitly detailed, the time and materials contract structure with a not-to-exceed amount suggests flexibility in project scope and potential compensation. The procurement emphasizes technical competence, regulatory compliance, and opportunities for diverse business participation in this critical infrastructure maintenance project.
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RFP 25-1370 PK Buttress No. 8 Conduit Relocation Services.pdf | 11MB | 8/14/25 |