Construction Management Testing GEOTECHNICAL Services on an 'As Needed Basis'

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) is soliciting qualifications for Construction Material Testing Geotechnical Services to be performed on an as-needed basis in Texas. The contract features a three-year initial performance period with two one-year options. The scope of work involves on-site and off-site testing and inspection of soils, concrete, metals, asphalt, and rail welding, requiring compliance with ASTM, ACI, AASHTO, AWS, TxDOT, and AISC standards. Deliverables include technical analyses, mix design reviews, and detailed inspection reports submitted via Work Authorizations. Proposals are due by May 6, 2026, and must be submitted both electronically via the Bonfire portal and as one hardcopy. The selection process utilizes a best-value trade-off approach based on a point system evaluating firm qualifications, mobility and facilities project experience, key personnel references, and geotechnical expertise. A mandatory 35 percent Small Business Participation goal is established, and firms must submit a Contractor Utilization Plan and Business Assurance Statement to comply. Required documentation includes Standard Form 330, a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, and proof of insurance with METRO named as an additional insured.