RFP - Real Property Broker Services for the Office of the County Engineer

Harris County is soliciting broker services under solicitation number 26/0147 to support real property acquisition, assessment, market valuation, relocation assistance, and related functions in compliance with state and federal regulations. The opportunity, posted on May 11, 2026, with a response deadline of June 1, 2026, targets firms with at least five years of demonstrated experience in similar government property transactions, requiring submission of three verified past performance examples that reflect cost control, schedule adherence, and quality. Proposals must include detailed resumes of key personnel, comprehensive organizational methodology, proof of financial stability, and fully itemized pricing submitted via the Bonfire portal or as a hardcopy to the County Purchasing Department in Houston, Texas. Evaluation is based on a trade-off approach prioritizing firm experience and qualifications at 30%, followed by capacity and resources at 25%, organization and methodology at 25%, and pricing at 20%, making this not a lowest price technically acceptable procurement. Work must comply with the Texas Real Estate License Act, Texas Property Code, Uniform Relocation Assistance Act, and 2 CFR Part 200, with performance requiring timely delivery of written assessment reports, negotiation status updates, relocation documentation, title and closing materials, market studies, and monthly progress reports. All services must adhere to best commercial practices and highest quality standards where specifications are silent. Contractors must carry insurance with an A.M. Best rating of A-VII or better, provide waiver of subrogation in favor of the County, and comply with Harris County’s tax exemption under Texas Tax Code §151.309. Delivery terms require F.O.B. inside delivery to designated locations within County facilities, with title transferring only upon receipt. Offerors must submit all legal documents and contractual agreements as part of their proposal, and failure to include required materials will result in rejection. The County reserves the right to terminate the contract with thirty days’ written notice or immediately for performance failures or safety violations. Invoices must be submitted to the Harris County Auditor’s Office with purchase order references, either electronically to VENDORINVOICES@HCTX.NET or by paper, and the contract is subject to the availability of appropriations. No UEI, CAGE, or socioeconomic certifications are required beyond workers’ compensation coverage, which must be maintained and reported.