Houston-Galveston Area Council Transportation Project Delivery Plan Consultant Services RFP - RFQ-TRN26-07 (2026)
- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 37 days left
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Sagnik Raha
- (713) 627-3200
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) is seeking proposals for Transportation Project Delivery Plan Consultant Services under solicitation RFQ-TRN26-07. The consultant will develop a detailed, actionable plan to guide a Transportation Project Delivery team responsible for delivering federally funded transportation projects across an eight-county area including Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, and Waller counties in Texas. Key tasks include evaluating existing project delivery frameworks, conducting organizational assessments, developing staffing and organizational plans, establishing program processes and procedures, and creating pre-construction project closeout checklists and standard budgets. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026, at 6:00 pm, with a notice of interest deadline on October 26, 2026, and a non-mandatory pre-proposal conference on October 21, 2026. Evaluation criteria include methodology and approach (35%), project understanding (30%), firm experience and capabilities (20%), and key personnel qualifications (15%), followed by phase 2 interviews.
Bi-weekly progress meeting minutes, Monthly invoices, Monthly progress reports, Summary report of organizational assessment and service model recommendations, List and graphic representation of organizational necessities, Write-up of organizational plan, Graphic representation of project selection and initiation process, Description and summary of applicable Federal and State procurement policies, List of recommended procurement methods and guidelines for consultant services, List of Federal and State requirements applicable to each stage of project delivery, Comprehensive write-up of procedures, Visual representation of project execution process, List of Federal and State requirements for project pre-construction closeout, Visual representation of pre-construction closeout steps, Roadmap for MPO assistance, Stage gate checklist, Summary report of budget data, List and graphic representation of existing and projected budgets, Long term and short term workplan, Draft document, Final document, Electronic copies of all deliverables
Methodology/Approach (35%), Project Understanding (30%), Firm Experience/Capabilities (20%), Key Personnel Qualifications (15%), Interviews (Phase 2, 75 points)
SUMMARY
The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) is seeking proposals for Transportation Project Delivery Plan Consultant Services under solicitation RFQ-TRN26-07.
The consultant will develop a detailed, actionable plan to guide a Transportation Project Delivery team responsible for delivering federally funded transportation projects across an eight-county area including Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, and Waller counties in Texas. Key tasks include evaluating existing project delivery frameworks, conducting organizational assessments, developing staffing and organizational plans, establishing program processes and procedures, and creating pre-construction project closeout checklists and standard budgets. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026, at 6:00 pm, with a notice of interest deadline on October 26, 2026, and a non-mandatory pre-proposal conference on October 21, 2026. Evaluation criteria include methodology and approach (35%), project understanding (30%), firm experience and capabilities (20%), and key personnel qualifications (15%), followed by phase 2 interviews.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Bi-weekly progress meeting minutes, Monthly invoices, Monthly progress reports, Summary report of organizational assessment and service model recommendations, List and graphic representation of organizational necessities, Write-up of organizational plan, Graphic representation of project selection and initiation process, Description and summary of applicable Federal and State procurement policies, List of recommended procurement methods and guidelines for consultant services, List of Federal and State requirements applicable to each stage of project delivery, Comprehensive write-up of procedures, Visual representation of project execution process, List of Federal and State requirements for project pre-construction closeout, Visual representation of pre-construction closeout steps, Roadmap for MPO assistance, Stage gate checklist, Summary report of budget data, List and graphic representation of existing and projected budgets, Long term and short term workplan, Draft document, Final document, Electronic copies of all deliverables
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
22- Methodology/Approach
- Project Understanding
- Firm Experience/Capabilities
- Key Personnel Qualifications
- Resumes
- Electronic Signature Agreement/Confirmation
- Small and Minority Business
- Women's Business Enterprise
- Labor Surplus Affirmation
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion for Covered Contracts
- Certification Regarding Lobbying/Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment
- Certification Regarding Drug-Free Workplace Requirements
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- Covid-19 Vaccine Passport Prohibition
- Filing Reports Form 1295 Certificate of Interested Parties
- Conflict of Interest Questionnaire
- False Statement Certification
- Financial Participation Prohibited Certification
- Anti-Competitive Behavior/Anti-Trust Affirmation
- Terms and Conditions Confirmation
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/h-gac/projects/272539/document?projectId=RFQ-TRN26-07
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Houston, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Houston-Galveston Area Council?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/h-gac/projects/272539/document?projectId=RFQ-TRN26-07. For questions, contact Sagnik Raha.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Houston-Galveston Area Council 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 Sagnik Raha at (713) 627-3200. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bi-weekly progress meeting minutes, Monthly invoices, Monthly progress reports, Summary report of organizational assessment and service model recommendations, List and graphic representation of organizational necessities, Write-up of organizational plan, Graphic representation of project selection a. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Methodology/Approach (35%), Project Understanding (30%), Firm Experience/Capabilities (20%), Key Personnel Qualifications (15%), Interviews (Phase 2, 75 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 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 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: Methodology/Approach, Project Understanding, Firm Experience/Capabilities, Key Personnel Qualifications, Resumes, Electronic Signature Agreement/Confirmation, Small and Minority Business, Women's Busi. Review the full document from Houston-Galveston Area Council for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Houston, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.