City of Port Arthur - Engineering Services for Street and Drainage Projects - RFQ P26-060 (2026)
- Due
- Oct 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Clifton Williams
- (409) 983-8160
The 30-second brief
The City of Port Arthur seeks engineering services for streets and drainage design, including roadway design for selected street programs and drainage improvements on an as-needed, intermittent, and on-call basis. Scope covers preparation of plans, specifications, estimates (PS&E), grading, drainage, structural, electrical, sewer, water utilities, storm drain facilities, traffic control plans, hydrology and hydraulics analysis, SWPPP, geotechnical investigations, and environmental assessments. Funding sources include FEMA Public Assistance, CDBG-DR, CDBG-MIT, Texas Water Development Board Flood Infrastructure Fund, and FHWA. Submission deadline is October 7, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Evaluation criteria include Experience (60 pts), Project Approach (35 pts), and Port Arthur Businesses (5 pts).
Experience (Total) (60 pts): Experience of Firm and Personnel (40 pts), Knowledge of Port Arthur Drainage System (20 pts); Project Approach (35 pts); Port Arthur Businesses (5 pts)
Hear what Port Arthur city plans next before it's posted.
Get alerts freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
The City of Port Arthur seeks engineering services for streets and drainage design, including roadway design for selected street programs and drainage improvements on an as-needed, intermittent, and on-call basis.
Scope covers preparation of plans, specifications, estimates (PS&E), grading, drainage, structural, electrical, sewer, water utilities, storm drain facilities, traffic control plans, hydrology and hydraulics analysis, SWPPP, geotechnical investigations, and environmental assessments. Funding sources include FEMA Public Assistance, CDBG-DR, CDBG-MIT, Texas Water Development Board Flood Infrastructure Fund, and FHWA. Submission deadline is October 7, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Evaluation criteria include Experience (60 pts), Project Approach (35 pts), and Port Arthur Businesses (5 pts).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- COMPLETED RFQ LETTER OF INTEREST FORM
- NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT (MUST BE NOTARIZED)
- AFFIDAVIT (MUST BE NOTARIZED)
- CONFLICT OF INTEREST
- HOUSE BILL 89 VERIFICATION
- SB 252CHAPTER 2252 CERTIFICATION
- Submit to
- CITY OF PORT ARTHUR, CITY SECRETARY, P.O. BOX 1089 OR 444 4TH STREET, 4th Floor, PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS 77641
- Scope location
- Port Arthur, TX
- Reported agency
- City of Port Arthur
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Port Arthur city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 7, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: CITY OF PORT ARTHUR, CITY SECRETARY, P.O. BOX 1089 OR 444 4TH STREET, 4th Floor, PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS 77641. For questions, contact Clifton Williams.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Port Arthur city 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 Clifton Williams at (409) 983-8160. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
Show 4 more questions
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Experience (Total) (60 pts): Experience of Firm and Personnel (40 pts), Knowledge of Port Arthur Drainage System (20 pts); Project Approach (35 pts); Port Arthur Businesses (5 pts)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Port Arthur city?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Port Arthur city are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Port Arthur city regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: COMPLETED RFQ LETTER OF INTEREST FORM, NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT (MUST BE NOTARIZED), AFFIDAVIT (MUST BE NOTARIZED), CONFLICT OF INTEREST, HOUSE BILL 89 VERIFICATION, SB 252CHAPTER 2252 CERTIFICATION. Review the full document from City of Port Arthur city for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Port Arthur, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.