THC Kreische Brewery/Monument Hill Professional Architectural/Engineering Services

The Texas Historical Commission (THC) has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ #808-25-242851) for professional architectural and engineering services for the Kreische Brewery/Monument Hill State Historic Site located in La Grange, Texas. The procurement seeks a comprehensive design team to replace outdated 1950s/60s-era facilities, specifically designing a new 5,000 square foot visitor center and 2,500 square foot events pavilion. Required services encompass full project lifecycle support, including programming, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documents, solicitation assistance, construction administration, project close-out, and warranty management. The project requires expertise across multiple disciplines, including architecture, structural engineering, civil engineering, MEP engineering, and related consultancy services. Evaluation criteria will focus on Qualifications of Assigned Personnel (50 points) and Comparable Project Experience (50 points), with a pass/fail assessment of the HUB Subcontracting Plan. Responses are due on February 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time, with the contract term running through November 30, 2027, and potential renewal options at THC's discretion.

The solicitation includes a significant Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) subcontracting requirement with a 23.7% goal for professional services contracts. Respondents must be registered/licensed in Texas in at least one professional services discipline and maintain professional liability insurance of $1,000,000 per claim and $1,000,000 annual aggregate. The project mandates that all work products and materials will become the exclusive property of the Texas Historical Commission. Firms must submit one signed original and one PDF copy of their response via email to responses@thc.texas.gov. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the project involves replacing existing structures with modern, accessible facilities that are aesthetically appropriate for the historic site. The procurement is open to architectural and engineering firms capable of meeting the comprehensive design and historic preservation requirements, with a particular emphasis on creating accessible, functional spaces that complement the site's historical significance.