City of Socorro - Building Inspections and Plan Review Services - RFP #26-06 (2026)
City of SocorroCity · Socorro, TX- Due
- Oct 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 4, 2026
- Primary contact
- Olivia Navarro
- (915) 858-2915
The 30-second brief
The City of Socorro is seeking proposals from qualified independent contractors to provide building inspections and plan review services on an as-needed basis. Specific duties include reviewing minor subdivision plats, subdivision improvement plans, building plans, and conducting electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and miscellaneous inspections on residential and commercial construction. Contractors must have experience with Accela software for permitting, plan review, and inspection scheduling. Submittals are due by Friday, October 16, 2026, at 3:00 PM Mountain Time. Evaluation will be based on relevant experience, capacity, fees, personnel qualifications, and timeliness.
Relevant experience 25, Capacity to meet scope including experience with Accela 25, Fees 25, Personnel qualifications 15, Capacity/timeliness 10
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Summary
The City of Socorro is seeking proposals from qualified independent contractors to provide building inspections and plan review services on an as-needed basis.
Specific duties include reviewing minor subdivision plats, subdivision improvement plans, building plans, and conducting electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and miscellaneous inspections on residential and commercial construction. Contractors must have experience with Accela software for permitting, plan review, and inspection scheduling. Submittals are due by Friday, October 16, 2026, at 3:00 PM Mountain Time. Evaluation will be based on relevant experience, capacity, fees, personnel qualifications, and timeliness.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Relevant experience 25
- Capacity to meet scope including experience with Accela 25
- Fees 25
- Personnel qualifications 15
- Capacity/timeliness 10
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Attachment A
- Attachment B
- Attachment C
- Attachment D
- Attachment E
- Attachment F
- Standard contract
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- 124 S. Horizon Blvd., Socorro, Texas 79927
- Scope location
- Socorro, Texas
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Socorro?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 16, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 124 S. Horizon Blvd., Socorro, Texas 79927. For questions, contact Olivia Navarro.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Socorro 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 Olivia Navarro at (915) 858-2915. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Relevant experience 25, Capacity to meet scope including experience with Accela 25, Fees 25, Personnel qualifications 15, Capacity/timeliness 10" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Socorro?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Socorro are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Socorro 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: Attachment A, Attachment B, Attachment C, Attachment D, Attachment E, Attachment F, Standard contract, Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from City of Socorro for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Socorro, Texas. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.