RFQ for IDIQ Geotechnical and Material Testing Services

The University of Texas at Arlington is seeking qualified firms to provide professional engineering services for geotechnical and construction materials testing under an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract through solicitation FM2026-004. Proposals must be submitted in two separate physical envelopes by March 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT, with Envelope No. 1 containing qualifications and the signed Execution of Offer (Section 3.11), and Envelope No. 2 containing the Vet-HUB Subcontracting Plan with a specified goal of 0.72% for veteran-owned business participation. All submissions must comply with the requirements outlined in the solicitation and its addenda, which clarified submission deadlines and subcontracting expectations. Firms are required to demonstrate technical expertise through detailed organizational charts, communication plans, and project execution methodologies, while clearly identifying in-house capabilities and intended subcontracting efforts. Exhibits 1 and 2 are for reference only and must not be submitted. The contract will be awarded to firms that meet qualification criteria, with potential for interviews to finalize selection, though specific evaluation weights and award basis are not disclosed. Services will be performed exclusively within the state of Texas, and while no formal FAR clauses are listed, compliance with administrative requirements such as Form 1295 will be mandated upon contract execution. No estimated contract value, pricing structure, or detailed technical specifications like ASTM or AASHTO standards are provided, but work is expected to conform to industry norms and Texas Department of Transportation practices. Registration is required for firms accessing the solicitation, and all changes or updates must be monitored through the TXSmartBuy portal.