City of Mercedes - General and On-Call Professional Engineering Services - RFQ 2026-005 (2026)
City of MercedesCity · Mercedes, TX- Due
- Oct 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Joselynn Castillo
- (956) 565-3114
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Mercedes, Texas invites Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) for general and on-call professional engineering services, including municipal engineering, development and subdivision review, water distribution and treatment, wastewater collection and treatment, streets, paving, sidewalks, transportation infrastructure, stormwater and drainage, mechanical and municipal facility systems, surveying, infrastructure assessment, cost estimating, and construction administration. The City seeks to establish a limited group of highly qualified engineering firms to provide responsive services across principal municipal needs under an initial 3-year contract term with two 1-year renewal options. Submissions are due by 3:00 P.M. CST on Thursday, October 8, 2026. Questions must be submitted in writing by September 24, 2026 at 5:00 P.M. Selection will be based on demonstrated competence and qualifications in accordance with the Texas Professional Services Procurement Act, Chapter 2254.
General municipal engineering, Development and subdivision review, Water distribution and treatment systems, Wastewater collection and treatment systems, Streets, Paving, Sidewalks, And transportation infrastructure, Stormwater and drainage, Mechanical and municipal facility systems, Surveying and related professional services, Infrastructure assessment and cost estimating, Construction administration and inspection, Regulatory and technical assistance
Municipal engineering experience and demonstrated competence (20 points), Qualifications and experience of proposed key personnel (20 points), Development/subdivision review experience (15 points), Water, wastewater, streets, drainage, and infrastructure capabilities (15 points), Availability, responsiveness, and capacity (15 points), Experience with comparable Texas municipalities (10 points), Project management and QA/QC approach (5 points)
SUMMARY
The City of Mercedes, Texas invites Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) for general and on-call professional engineering services, including municipal engineering, development and subdivision review, water distribution and treatment, wastewater collection and treatment, streets, paving, sidewalks, transportation infrastructure, stormwater and drainage, mechanical and municipal facility systems, surveying, infrastructure assessment, cost estimating, and construction administration.
The City seeks to establish a limited group of highly qualified engineering firms to provide responsive services across principal municipal needs under an initial 3-year contract term with two 1-year renewal options. Submissions are due by 3:00 P.M. CST on Thursday, October 8, 2026. Questions must be submitted in writing by September 24, 2026 at 5:00 P.M. Selection will be based on demonstrated competence and qualifications in accordance with the Texas Professional Services Procurement Act, Chapter 2254.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
14- General municipal engineering
- Development and subdivision review
- Water distribution and treatment systems
- Wastewater collection and treatment systems
- Streets
- Paving
- Sidewalks
- Transportation infrastructure
- Stormwater and drainage
- Mechanical and municipal facility systems
- Surveying and related professional services
- Infrastructure assessment and cost estimating
- Construction administration and inspection
- Regulatory and technical assistance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
16- Cover Letter
- Executive Summary
- Firm Qualifications
- Proposed Team
- Municipal Experience
- Development Review Experience
- Water/Wastewater Experience
- Streets and Drainage Experience
- Availability and Responsiveness
- Project Management Approach
- Quality Assurance/Quality Control
- Conflicts of Interest
- References
- Claims and Contract History
- Required Forms and Certifications
- Service Category Matrix
- Submit to
- City of Mercedes, City Hall, 400 S. Ohio Ave., Mercedes, TX 78570
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Mercedes, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Mercedes?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 8, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Mercedes, City Hall, 400 S. Ohio Ave., Mercedes, TX 78570. For questions, contact Joselynn Castillo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Mercedes in TX, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Joselynn Castillo at (956) 565-3114. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: General municipal engineering, Development and subdivision review, Water distribution and treatment systems, Wastewater collection and treatment systems, Streets, Paving, Sidewalks, And transportation infrastructure, Stormwater and drainage, Mechanical and municipal facility systems, Surveying and r. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Municipal engineering experience and demonstrated competence (20 points), Qualifications and experience of proposed key personnel (20 points), Development/subdivision review experience (15 points), Wa..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Mercedes?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Mercedes are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Mercedes regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cover Letter, Executive Summary, Firm Qualifications, Proposed Team, Municipal Experience, Development Review Experience, Water/Wastewater Experience, Streets and Drainage Experience, Availability and. Review the full document from City of Mercedes for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mercedes, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.