Flood Management Evaluations For The Regional Flood Planning Process

The Texas Water Development Board is issuing a Request for Qualifications to establish up to five service contracts aimed at supporting flood management and regional flood planning initiatives across Texas. These contracts will primarily involve performing Flood Management Evaluations, which include flood risk modeling, mapping, engineering feasibility studies, watershed analyses, and project assessments, as recommended by Regional Flood Planning Groups. The scope extends to supporting TWDB’s statewide flood programs, reviewing flood-related funding applications, and providing technical assistance to small and rural communities lacking resources for such evaluations. The contracts are designed to be flexible, with services delivered on an as-needed basis through task orders, and are expected to run from the date of contract execution through December 31, 2030, with potential renewal up to December 31, 2033. Funding for these efforts will predominantly come from state sources, with a total project budget not exceeding 60 million dollars across all awarded contracts. Respondents must demonstrate extensive expertise in hydrology, hydraulics, floodplain management, GIS, remote sensing, surveying, and flood mitigation project development, with a preference for experience supporting FEMA and flood risk mapping. The evaluation process will prioritize qualifications, experience, project management capabilities, and key personnel, with a total of 100 points available. The selection aims to identify firms capable of delivering high-quality, compliant, and timely flood risk assessments and modeling, supporting regional and state flood mitigation efforts. All responses must include a comprehensive HUB Subcontracting Plan, reflecting the agency’s emphasis on promoting participation by Historically Underutilized Businesses, and adhere to numerous certifications and compliance requirements outlined in the solicitation. The contract will be governed by Texas law, with provisions for dispute resolution, confidentiality, intellectual property rights, and insurance, ensuring a robust framework for project execution and accountability.