City of Portland - Developer-Led Public-Private Partnership (P3) Brackish Groundwater Desalination Plant - 6941
City of Portland cityCity · Portland, TX- Due
- Aug 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brian DeLatte
- (361) 777-4516
The 30-second brief
The City of Portland, Texas is soliciting Competitive Sealed Proposals (CSP) from qualified firms to develop, finance, design, construct, operate, and maintain a brackish groundwater desalination facility under a long-term public-private partnership (P3). The City seeks a single, fully integrated provider (Developer) to deliver a complete water supply solution via a Design-Build-Finance-Operate-Maintain (DBFOM) structure, contracted under a long-term Water Purchase Agreement (WPA) structured as a take-or-pay contract. Submittals are due by August 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Vendors must submit four (4) copies and one electronic version in PDF format on a flash drive to the City Secretary at 1900 Billy G. Webb Drive, Portland, Texas 78374. Inquiries should be directed to primary contact Brian DeLatte, P.E., Deputy City Manager.
Please refer to RFP for details.
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Summary
The City of Portland, Texas is soliciting Competitive Sealed Proposals (CSP) from qualified firms to develop, finance, design, construct, operate, and maintain a brackish groundwater desalination facility under a long-term public-private partnership (P3).
The City seeks a single, fully integrated provider (Developer) to deliver a complete water supply solution via a Design-Build-Finance-Operate-Maintain (DBFOM) structure, contracted under a long-term Water Purchase Agreement (WPA) structured as a take-or-pay contract. Submittals are due by August 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Vendors must submit four (4) copies and one electronic version in PDF format on a flash drive to the City Secretary at 1900 Billy G. Webb Drive, Portland, Texas 78374. Inquiries should be directed to primary contact Brian DeLatte, P.E., Deputy City Manager.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Please refer to RFP for details.
- 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 August 14, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. 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: Please refer to RFP for details.. 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?
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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. 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.