ROW Acquisition Services

The Tarrant Regional Water District is soliciting qualified firms to provide right-of-way acquisition services for a major pipeline rehabilitation project in Tarrant County, Texas. The project involves replacing a 72-inch concrete pipeline with a 90-inch steel pipeline along a corridor between Fort Worth and two reservoirs. Specifically, the contract requires the negotiation and acquisition of temporary construction easements and possibly permanent access easements across approximately 57 parcels owned by 38 landowners. The District will supply parcel ownership data, valuation reports, and survey information to support acquisition efforts. All easements must be acquired by September 15, 2026, with 90% entry permissions secured by September 1, 2026. The scope includes contacting landowners, preparing and mailing offers, assisting with legal documentation, and attending related meetings. Proposals will be evaluated based on experience and qualifications (45%), proposed fees (30%), project management approach (15%), and references (10%), emphasizing best value rather than low price alone. Contractors must submit detailed resumes for key personnel, and any substitutions require prior District approval. Required certifications include a non-collusion affidavit, conflict of interest questionnaire, and compliance with relevant Texas laws. Proprietary information must be clearly marked to avoid public disclosure under the Texas Public Information Act. The solicitation requires electronic PDF submissions via the District’s procurement portal by March 20, 2026. While no formal FAR clauses are adopted, the contract includes strict ethical requirements and reserve rights for contracting officials to reject offers based on conflicts of interest or inadequate qualifications. All materials must be new and compliant with District standards, and acceptance of services occurs at the project site under District authority. The contract’s administrative and invoicing procedures are coordinated through the District’s procurement office in Fort Worth, with emphasis on timely deliverables and monthly status reporting.