RFQ 2026-Q02 Professional Engineering Services Pool

Hays County, Texas is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 2026-Q02 to establish a professional engineering services pool for on-call engineering projects. The procurement seeks to create a pre-qualified group of engineering firms capable of providing comprehensive technical services across multiple disciplines including mechanical, structural, electrical, geotechnical, architectural, environmental, and civil engineering. Firms will be selected to perform various tasks such as design, plan review, land surveys, subdivision plan review, hydraulic design, flood plain determinations, water/wastewater systems, transportation planning, and construction support. The RFQ requires participating firms to have a minimum of five years of experience providing engineering services to government entities, be registered and licensed in Texas, and demonstrate the ability to complete work within County-specified time limits. Proposals are due by 10:00 a.m. on December 4, 2025, and can be submitted electronically through BidNet Direct or by delivering one original and one digital copy to the Hays County Purchasing Office. The engineering services pool is expected to be approved in January-February 2026, with potential optional annual openings and reviews.

The solicitation emphasizes transparency and equal opportunity, with specific provisions targeting historically underutilized businesses (HUBs) and compliance with anti-discrimination statutes and federal funding requirements. While specific award values are not detailed in the provided documentation, the RFQ suggests a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach to engineering services that will allow Hays County flexibility in selecting firms for various project needs. The procurement appears to be open to a wide range of engineering firms that can meet the specified qualifications, with a particular focus on encouraging diverse participation through HUB provisions. Firms will need to demonstrate technical expertise, governmental experience, and the capacity to respond quickly to County project requirements. Although the exact budget is not specified, the on-call nature of the pool suggests potential for ongoing, project-based work across multiple engineering disciplines for qualified firms.