Lynita Welch is a government contact. Lynita is associated with 56 contracts. Activity spans Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services, Other Accounting Services, and Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities.
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The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) is soliciting proposals under RFP-ES-EN-ENBROK-10-26 for a professional electricity aggregation broker to serve as a liaison between local government members and Retail Electricity Providers (REPs) within the ERCOT region of Texas. The selected contractor will be responsible for developing procurement specifications, evaluating REP responses, negotiating contract terms, and providing ongoing market monitoring and usage data analysis. Additional duties include implementing a strategic marketing plan to expand the customer base and managing the technical transition and enrollment process for customers. The contract is estimated to have an initial term of twelve months with the possibility of renewal by mutual agreement.
Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, and will be evaluated based on qualifications and experience (40 percent), past performance (30 percent), strategy and methodology (20 percent), and the proposed fee schedule (10 percent). The H-GAC Board of Directors holds final selection authority and may award the contract to a single or multiple providers. Awardees must maintain professional liability, commercial general liability, and cyber liability insurance, and must comply with Texas Government Code cybersecurity training and Public Utility Commission of Texas aggregator certification. Payment is generally issued Net 30 days following the submission of monthly invoices based on completed project milestones.
TexasTX,
USA
NAICS
541611
Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) is soliciting professional services under RFP-TRN26-06 to conduct planning-level feasibility studies for freight rail grade separations. This program aims to enhance safety and efficiency at public rail crossings across rural and urban corridors in the 13-county Gulf Coast Planning region of Texas. Leveraging funding from the IIJA and Texas Senate Bill 1555, the project focuses on identifying regional needs and developing solutions to be positioned for funding through the Regional Transportation Plan and Transportation Improvement Program. The total contract value is capped at 500,000 dollars with an estimated initial performance period of twelve months, though renewals may be possible based on funding and board approval.
The selected contractor will be responsible for delivering methodology memoranda, cost-benefit analyses, and a comprehensive Implementation and Funding Strategy, culminating in a Final Study Report. Proposals are due by December 10, 2026, via the OpenGov portal and will be evaluated based on study methodology, experience, firm qualifications, key personnel, and level of effort. Award selection is subject to final approval by the H-GAC Board of Directors. Contractors must adhere to strict compliance standards, including Buy America provisions, federal and state nondiscrimination laws, and Texas Government Code cybersecurity training requirements. Payments are issued exclusively via electronic ACH on Net 30 terms, contingent upon the acceptance of all deliverables.
The Houston-Galveston Area Council, in partnership with Liberty County, has issued solicitation RFP-RFP26-15 for the 2028 Liberty County Mobility Plan. The objective is to engage a qualified contractor to update the 2022 Liberty County Mobility Study and create a comprehensive, county-wide mobility plan. This project will focus on managing rapid growth through data collection, transportation needs assessments, the evaluation of alternatives, and public outreach. The final plan must integrate land use and development trends while prioritizing safety, mobility, and the establishment of an efficient, high-quality roadway network.
The solicitation was posted on October 21, 2026, with a response deadline of December 3, 2026. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the H-GAC Procurement Portal powered by OpenGov. Strict communication restrictions are in place, prohibiting direct contact between respondents and H-GAC employees, excluding the designated solicitation contact, from the issue date until the conclusion of the protest period or contract execution. Additionally, respondents are prohibited from offering gratuities or favors to H-GAC officials to influence the award process. Primary points of contact for this effort include Javier Garcia and Director Kristina Kollaja.
The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications under RFQ-TRN26-07 for consultant services to develop a comprehensive Transportation Project Delivery Plan. The primary objective is to establish a structured Transportation Project Delivery team capable of assisting local sponsors with federally funded projects across Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, and Waller counties. The selected consultant will evaluate existing frameworks, define operational roles, and create a detailed roadmap covering the project lifecycle from preliminary engineering to final design. Key deliverables include standardized budgets, procurement guidance, visual process maps, and change management strategies to integrate the new team into MPO operations while ensuring compliance with TxDOT Local Government Project Procedures and federal-aid transportation requirements.
This is a total fixed-price contract with an estimated initial term of twelve months, with potential for renewal at the discretion of H-GAC. Proposals are due by November 19, 2026, and will be evaluated by a committee using a weighted scoring system, with final award approval vested in the Board of Directors. Awardees must adhere to strict compliance standards, including Buy America provisions, Texas Government Code cybersecurity training, and federal debarment regulations. Contract administration requires monthly progress reports and invoices, with payments issued via electronic ACH on Net 30 terms. All final deliverables must be submitted in editable formats such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or GIS.
TexasTX,
USA
NAICS
541611
Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) is soliciting responses for solicitation number CM02-27 to select qualified manufacturers and distributors of portable construction and maintenance equipment. This indefinite quantity and indefinite delivery offerings contract aims to provide members of the HGACBuy Cooperative Purchasing Program with access to standard equipment, including optional upgrades and maintenance agreements. Responses must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov system by November 19, 2026. Award decisions will be made by the Board of Directors based on a weighted scoring system evaluating products and pricing, business operations, distinguishing services, geographic coverage across the United States, past performance, and references.
Contractors are expected to deliver equipment ready for turn-key operation within five working days of an authorized purchase order, with the contractor retaining title and risk until customer acceptance at the delivery destination. Financial administration involves the contractor invoicing customers directly, while H-GAC invoices the contractor for order processing charges. The agreement mandates strict compliance with various federal and state regulations, including the Davis Bacon Act for prevailing wages, Buy America provisions for federally funded projects, and specific Texas Government Code cybersecurity training requirements. Additionally, contractors must adhere to equal employment opportunity standards and are prohibited from providing telecommunications equipment from restricted entities such as Huawei and ZTE.
TexasTX,
USA
NAICS
423810
Construction and Mining (except Oil Well) Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers
The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) is soliciting proposals under RFP-CE-PS-LETP-07-26 to identify and contract with qualified law enforcement training providers for fiscal year 2026. The selected providers will deliver approved training courses to officers, dispatchers, and jailers across a 13-county Texas region, including Harris, Fort Bend, Galveston, and Montgomery counties. To be eligible, both the training agency and its instructors must hold certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). Providers are responsible for supplying all necessary instructional resources and safe facilities, which must be ADA compliant and subject to random inspections by H-GAC and unannounced inspections by TCOLE.
Proposals must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal by October 22, 2026. Evaluation is based on a weighted scoring system focusing on experience and qualifications (35%), facilities and course offerings (30%), course pricing (25%), and past performance (10%). The H-GAC Board of Directors holds final selection authority and may award contracts to a single or multiple providers on a total fixed-price basis. Awardees must adhere to strict compliance standards, including Texas Government Code cybersecurity training, non-discrimination statutes, and federal Buy America provisions for applicable projects. Payments are issued via electronic ACH on a Net 30 basis, though some funding sources may extend payment timelines up to 90 days.
The Houston-Galveston Area Council has issued solicitation RFP-TRN26-12 for a feasibility study focused on potential grade-separation and gate-realignment improvements at the intersection of SH 197/FM 519 and the Port of Texas City. The primary objective of this study is to identify solutions for recurring traffic congestion that hinders freight movement and worker access, while also addressing critical safety risks at the rail crossing where vehicles risk becoming trapped on the tracks.
Interested contractors must submit their responses by the deadline of September 24, 2026, at 6:00 PM. This project is being managed by the Houston-Galveston Area Council in Texas, with procurement inquiries directed to the agency's purchasing and financial leadership. The study is intended to provide a technical foundation for infrastructure enhancements aimed at improving both regional logistics efficiency and public safety in the Port of Texas City area.
Solicitation RC01-27 is a request for proposals from the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) to establish an indefinite quantity and indefinite delivery master agreement for residential, industrial, and commercial refuse and recycling collection containers and lifters. This contract is part of the HGACBuy Cooperative Purchasing Program, which allows over 10,000 local government entities and non-profits to purchase products and services directly from awarded contractors. The program is established under the Texas Interlocal Cooperation Act, and the resulting master agreements are based on Texas Local Government Code Chapter 252 and other applicable state and federal procurement requirements.
The procurement process involves a numerical scoring system out of 100 points, with a minimum score of 70 required for eligibility. Evaluation factors include distinguishing services, company background and financials, geographic coverage across the United States, past performance as an HGACBuy contractor, and government references. Awarded contractors must comply with various regulatory standards, including the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wages, Buy America provisions for federally funded projects, and Texas Government Code requirements for cybersecurity training and the disclosure of interested parties.
Operationally, customers issue purchase orders and pay contractors directly, while contractors are required to report sales to H-GAC and pay an applicable order processing charge. Shipping must be F.C.D.B. Destination, with a standard delivery requirement of five working days unless otherwise agreed. The contract emphasizes quality and safety, requiring compliance with DOT, OSHA, EPA, and TCEQ standards, and mandates that all equipment be designed using current industry-accepted engineering practices. Proposals must be submitted electronically by October 1, 2026, and include a complete product catalog with a designated percentage discount.
The Houston-Galveston Area Council is seeking proposals from qualified marketing and communications firms under solicitation RFP-TRN26-13 to design and implement a comprehensive regional engagement campaign. This initiative is intended to support the Clean Air Action Plan, focusing on the theme of Clean Air, Healthy Communities. The project falls under NAICS code 541820 and is managed by the SLED organization in Texas. Interested firms must submit their responses by September 24, 2026, at 6:00 PM.
All proposals must be submitted through the H-GAC Procurement Portal, a web-based system powered by OpenGov. To maintain competitive integrity and fairness, the agency strictly prohibits any directed communication with employees outside of the designated solicitation contacts. Primary points of contact for this effort include Allison Cruz and Chief Financial Officer Christina Ordonez-Campos, with additional procurement support provided by Mary Tronnes.
The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) is soliciting proposals under RFP-CE-AAA-HMS-07-26 for Health Maintenance Services to support individuals aged 60 and older within its 12-county service region in Texas. Funded under the Older Americans Act, the program aims to maintain the independence and dignity of seniors, particularly those with the greatest social and economic needs. The scope of work includes the provision of prescription medications, vision care, dental care, hearing care, and essential medical equipment and supplies on an as-needed basis. All services must comply with Texas Health and Human Services Commission Service Definitions and HIPAA confidentiality standards.
The contract is estimated to have an initial term of 12 months, with potential for longer terms and renewals for technology-related services. Proposals are due by July 29, 2027, and must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal. Award recommendations are based on a 100-point scoring system evaluating qualifications, past performance, firm stability, fee schedules, and technical methodology, with a minimum score of 75 required for eligibility. Selected contractors must meet strict requirements, including three years of business stability, mandatory background checks for staff, and adherence to cybersecurity training certified under the Texas Government Code.
Administrative terms specify that payments are issued exclusively via electronic ACH on a Net 30 basis, though some funding sources may extend this to 90 days. Contractors are required to maintain comprehensive insurance, including worker's compensation and auto liability, as well as fidelity and honesty bonds for employees interacting with clients. H-GAC reserves the right to adjust or cancel contracts based on the availability of state or federal appropriations from sources such as the Texas Workforce Commission.
TexasTX,
USA
NAICS
624120
Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities
