City of Portland Brackish Groundwater Desalination Plant P3 RFP 6941 - 2026
City of Portland cityCity · Portland, TX- Due
- Jul 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brian DeLatte
- (361) 777-4516
The 30-second brief
The City of Portland is soliciting proposals for a long-term public-private partnership to develop, finance, design, construct, operate, and maintain a brackish groundwater desalination facility. Submissions are due July 29, 2026.
Four (4) copies and one electronic version (in pdf format) on a flash drive
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Summary
The City of Portland is soliciting proposals for a long-term public-private partnership to develop, finance, design, construct, operate, and maintain a brackish groundwater desalination facility. Submissions are due July 29, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Four (4) copies and one electronic version (in pdf format) on a flash drive
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Water Purchase Agreement, RFP documents
- Submit to
- City Secretary, City of Portland, 1900 Billy G. Webb Drive, Portland, Texas 78374
- Scope location
- Portland, TX
- Reported agency
- City of Portland
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Portland city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 29, 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 Secretary, City of Portland, 1900 Billy G. Webb Drive, Portland, Texas 78374. For questions, contact Brian DeLatte.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Portland 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 RFP 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 Brian DeLatte at (361) 777-4516. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Four (4) copies and one electronic version (in pdf format) on a flash drive. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Portland city?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Portland city are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Portland 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 RFP?
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: Water Purchase Agreement, RFP documents. Review the full document from City of Portland 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: Portland, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.