Galveston County Architectural Services for Potential Future County Jail Expansion RFQ 26-123 2026
Galveston CountyCounty · Galveston, TX- Due
- Dec 10, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Frank Rodriguez
- (409) 770-5372
The 30-second brief
Galveston County is seeking qualifications from experienced architectural firms to provide professional architectural, engineering, correctional planning, and related services associated with the evaluation, planning, programming, design, and potential expansion or modification of the Galveston County Jail located at 5700 Avenue H, Galveston, TX 77551. An initial priority is to develop comprehensive preliminary project cost estimates, including anticipated construction, architectural and engineering, equipment, furnishings, and permitting costs to support capital funding planning efforts. The solicitation submission deadline is December 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with a non-mandatory pre-qualification conference scheduled for November 12, 2026. Evaluation criteria include relevant detention facility experience, qualifications of the project team, project understanding and approach, Texas regulatory and jail standard experience, and past performance.
Relevant Detention and Correctional Facility Experience (30 points), Qualifications and Experience of Proposed Project Team (25 points), Understanding of Project and Approach (20 points), Texas Regulatory and Jail Standard Experience (15 points), References, Past Performance, and Firm Capacity (10 points)
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Summary
Galveston County is seeking qualifications from experienced architectural firms to provide professional architectural, engineering, correctional planning, and related services associated with the evaluation, planning, programming, design, and potential expansion or modification of the Galveston County Jail located at 5700 Avenue H, Galveston, TX 77551.
An initial priority is to develop comprehensive preliminary project cost estimates, including anticipated construction, architectural and engineering, equipment, furnishings, and permitting costs to support capital funding planning efforts. The solicitation submission deadline is December 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with a non-mandatory pre-qualification conference scheduled for November 12, 2026. Evaluation criteria include relevant detention facility experience, qualifications of the project team, project understanding and approach, Texas regulatory and jail standard experience, and past performance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Required Documents Checklist
- Addenda Acknowledgement
- PEID Form
- Certification Reg
Debarment, Suspension, and Other Ineligibility, Certification Regarding Lobbying Form, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Prohibition on Contracts with Companies Boycotting Israel, Prohibition on Contracts with Certain Companies, Information for Notice, References, Proposal, Form 1295 Certificate of Interested Parties
- Submit to
- https://galvestoncountytx.bonfirehub.com/
- Scope location
- Galveston, TX
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Galveston County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://galvestoncountytx.bonfirehub.com/. For questions, contact Frank Rodriguez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Galveston County 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 Frank Rodriguez at (409) 770-5372. 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 Detention and Correctional Facility Experience (30 points), Qualifications and Experience of Proposed Project Team (25 points), Understanding of Project and Approach (20 points), Texas Regula..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Galveston County?
All active and historical solicitations from Galveston County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Galveston County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 10, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Required Documents Checklist, Addenda Acknowledgement, PEID Form, Certification Reg. Debarment, Suspension, and Other Ineligibility, Certification Regarding Lobbying Form, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Pro. Review the full document from Galveston County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Galveston, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
