2026-30 Prequalified Professional Engineering and Architectural Services

The City of Amarillo is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide pre-qualified professional engineering and architectural services for a period spanning 2026 to 2030, with the potential contract value ranging between 5 million and 20 million dollars. The solicitation, identified as RFQ 321-25 RNG, was posted on October 21, 2025, with a deadline for responses set for November 13, 2025. The purpose of this contract is to support the city's capital improvement projects by engaging firms capable of delivering detailed plans, specifications, cost estimates, and bid documents. The RFQ emphasizes the importance of demonstrating relevant experience, providing references from governmental agencies, and complying with various procurement policies, including insurance, confidentiality, and debarment requirements. The process includes specific submission procedures, with a focus on transparency and adherence to local and state regulations, including considerations for local preference under Texas law. Vendors must submit detailed respondent information, references, and certifications affirming their eligibility and compliance. The city maintains an excluded parties list to ensure vendors’ eligibility and requires acknowledgment of insurance and conduct standards. The overall initiative aims to establish a pool of qualified firms capable of supporting the city's infrastructure development, with an emphasis on transparency, local economic benefits, and adherence to procurement policies.