RFP No. 25-1375 Dam and Intake Structure Engineering Services

The Brazos River Authority (BRA) has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 25-1375 seeking professional engineering services for dam and intake structure projects throughout the Brazos River Basin, specifically in Mclennan County, Texas. The procurement is structured as an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Professional Services Contract with a one-year initial term and potential for up to four one-year renewals. Qualified engineering firms are being solicited to provide comprehensive services including dam safety inspections, engineering studies, facility repairs, specifications and drawing preparation, quality control services, and record drawing updates across multiple engineering disciplines. Proposals are due by 10:00 AM on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, with the selected firm(s) expected to perform on-demand engineering services as requested by the BRA. The scope of work encompasses technical assessments and engineering interventions for dam and intake facilities, with the primary objective of maintaining infrastructure safety and operational efficiency. Evaluation criteria and specific technical requirements are detailed in the comprehensive RFP document, which outlines the technical expectations and professional qualifications required for potential contractors.

The BRA explicitly encourages participation from small, minority, women-owned, and historically underutilized businesses, signaling a commitment to diverse vendor engagement. Compensation for services will be time and materials-based, with a per-Service Order not-to-exceed limit of $25,000 and a total contract aggregate value of $250,000. Hourly rates will be determined using the engineer's standard classification system and may be adjusted annually using the United States Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index for engineering services, with a maximum annual increase of 5%. Reimbursable expenses will follow Texas Comptroller per diem rates, and subcontractor fees are included within the Service Order limit. The BRA anticipates typically paying invoices within 30 days of receipt and acceptance of services. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract structure suggests flexibility for multiple engineering firms to participate and potentially be awarded task orders based on their qualifications and capabilities.