RFSQ - Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and Geotechnical Engineering Services for Grand Parkway Frontage Road Extension between Cumberland Ridge and Schiel Rd

Harris County is soliciting proposals under solicitation number 25/0259 for Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and Geotechnical Engineering services for the Grand Parkway Frontage Road Extension between Cumberland Ridge and Schiel Rd. The scope of work includes comprehensive inspection, sampling, and testing of materials such as asphalt, concrete, and earthwork, as well as geotechnical investigations and forensic studies. All work must adhere to HCTRA Standard Specifications, ASTM standards, and AASHTO Accreditation Program requirements, with reporting and data entry managed through the MANAGE-IT system. The response deadline is October 27, 2025. The contract will be awarded based on a best-value trade-off process rather than the lowest price, with technical qualifications evaluated across four weighted categories: key personnel expertise (30 points), project approach (30 points), firm qualifications and availability (20 points), and the operational plan (20 points). Pricing is not to be included in the initial submission and will be negotiated after the most qualified firm is selected. A significant emphasis is placed on socioeconomic goals, with a 19.18 percent M/WBE participation goal. Firms must provide a detailed M/WBE Utilization Plan and Letters of Intent, or provide documented Good Faith Efforts if the goal cannot be met. Contractors are required to maintain substantial insurance coverage, including one million dollars each for Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Umbrella/Excess Liability, with Harris County named as an additional insured. Key personnel, specifically the Project Manager, must have at least five years of experience in large-scale transportation projects. Additionally, M/WBE subcontractors must demonstrate a Significant Local Presence within Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Brazoria, or Galveston counties or prove a history of local project performance. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Bonfire portal following strict formatting and page limit guidelines.