City of Waxahachie New Fire Station 1 CMAR Project - RFP 2026-2-2 (2026)
City of WaxahachieCity · Waxahachie, TX- Due
- Mar 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Leila Cole
- (469) 309-4165
The 30-second brief
The City of Waxahachie is seeking qualified firms to provide Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for the New Fire Station 1 Project located south of Waxahachie near the new Waxahachie Creek High School. The project entails constructing an approximately 12,400 sq ft fire station featuring four pull-through apparatus bays, day room, offices, sleeping areas, kitchen, training room, watch room, fitness area, and support spaces with an estimated construction cost of $9,900,000. Exterior work includes masonry and metal panel cladding with pitched metal and flat membrane roofing. Proposals are due by March 11, 2026, with a question deadline of March 6, 2026, and a pre-proposal submission via OpenGov portal or paper delivery to the City Secretary.
Firm experience with similar projects 20%, CMAR team qualifications 20%, Project Qualifications on meeting the City's needs 20%, Proposed Fees 20%, Professional references 10%, Financial stability and capacity to perform the work 10%
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Summary
The City of Waxahachie is seeking qualified firms to provide Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for the New Fire Station 1 Project located south of Waxahachie near the new Waxahachie Creek High School.
The project entails constructing an approximately 12,400 sq ft fire station featuring four pull-through apparatus bays, day room, offices, sleeping areas, kitchen, training room, watch room, fitness area, and support spaces with an estimated construction cost of $9,900,000. Exterior work includes masonry and metal panel cladding with pitched metal and flat membrane roofing. Proposals are due by March 11, 2026, with a question deadline of March 6, 2026, and a pre-proposal submission via OpenGov portal or paper delivery to the City Secretary.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Firm experience with similar projects 20%
- CMAR team qualifications 20%
- Project Qualifications on meeting the City's needs 20%
- Proposed Fees 20%
- Professional references 10%
- Financial stability and capacity to perform the work 10%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Conflict of interest questionnaire
- W-9
- Professional References
- Financial Stability Documents
- Fee Proposal Breakdown
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/waxahachie-tx
- Scope location
- Waxahachie, TX
- Projected sq ft
- 12,400 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Waxahachie?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 11, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/waxahachie-tx. For questions, contact Leila Cole.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Waxahachie 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 Leila Cole at (469) 309-4165. 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: "Firm experience with similar projects 20%, CMAR team qualifications 20%, Project Qualifications on meeting the City's needs 20%, Proposed Fees 20%, Professional references 10%, Financial stability and..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Waxahachie?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Waxahachie are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Waxahachie 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: Conflict of interest questionnaire, W-9, Professional References, Financial Stability Documents, Fee Proposal Breakdown. Review the full document from City of Waxahachie for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Waxahachie, TX. The total projected area is 12400 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.