Port of Harlingen Authority Railyard Industrial Park Development RFQ 2026-01
PORT OF HARLINGENPublic Authority · Harlingen, TX- Due
- Aug 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Walker Smith
- (956) 423-0283
The 30-second brief
The Port of Harlingen Authority is seeking qualifications for a two-phase Progressive Design-Build project to develop a new railyard and rail infrastructure in Cameron County, TX. The $15M project includes preliminary engineering, site development, and construction of rail facilities.
Transmittal Letter, Executive Summary, Design-Builder Profile and Subcontractors, Project Team Structure, Relevant Railyard Experience, PDB Approach, Current Workload, Appendices
Project Team Structure & Key Personnel (40%), Relevant Railyard & Rail Infrastructure Experience (30%), PDB Experience & Approach (20%), Design-Builder Profile Safety & Current workload (10%)
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Summary
The Port of Harlingen Authority is seeking qualifications for a two-phase Progressive Design-Build project to develop a new railyard and rail infrastructure in Cameron County, TX. The $15M project includes preliminary engineering, site development, and construction of rail facilities.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Transmittal Letter
- Executive Summary
- Design-Builder Profile and Subcontractors
- Project Team Structure
- Relevant Railyard Experience
- PDB Approach
- Current Workload
- Appendices
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Acknowledgement of addenda
- Acknowledgement of Social Equity Policy Compliance
- Financial statements & performance bond
- Resumes of key personnel
- Safety Program & Record
- Optional Contract Comments
- Submit to
- 24633 E Port Rd, Harlingen, TX 78550
- Scope location
- Harlingen, TX
- Reported agency
- Port of Harlingen Authority
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from PORT OF HARLINGEN?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 10, 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: 24633 E Port Rd, Harlingen, TX 78550. For questions, contact Walker Smith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including PORT OF HARLINGEN 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 Walker Smith at (956) 423-0283. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Transmittal Letter, Executive Summary, Design-Builder Profile and Subcontractors, Project Team Structure, Relevant Railyard Experience, PDB Approach, Current Workload, Appendices. 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: "Project Team Structure & Key Personnel (40%), Relevant Railyard & Rail Infrastructure Experience (30%), PDB Experience & Approach (20%), Design-Builder Profile Safety & Current workload (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from PORT OF HARLINGEN?
All active and historical solicitations from PORT OF HARLINGEN are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, PORT OF HARLINGEN 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 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: Acknowledgement of addenda, Acknowledgement of Social Equity Policy Compliance, Financial statements & performance bond, Resumes of key personnel, Safety Program & Record, Optional Contract Comments. Review the full document from PORT OF HARLINGEN for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Harlingen, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.