Wharton County Sheriff's Office and Jail Building RFP 2026
Wharton CountyCounty · Wharton County, TX- Due
- Apr 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 18, 2026
- Primary contact
- Barbara A. Starling
- (979) 532-2640
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Wharton County is seeking proposals for a Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMAR) to construct a new Sheriff's Office and Jail building, approximately 92,200 sq ft, and an optional 5,000 sq ft utility building. The project includes demolition of the existing structures and construction of new facilities with specific functional areas.
Proposal responses
Relevant Experience, Project Team, Firm Financial/Insurance/Legal Information, Fee Proposal, Contract time
SUMMARY
Wharton County is seeking proposals for a Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMAR) to construct a new Sheriff's Office and Jail building, approximately 92,200 sq ft, and an optional 5,000 sq ft utility building.
The project includes demolition of the existing structures and construction of new facilities with specific functional areas.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Relevant Experience
- Project Team
- Firm Financial/Insurance/Legal Information
- Fee Proposal
- Contract time
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Proposal responses
- Submit to
- 309 E. Milam St., Ste. 300, Wharton, TX 77488
- Scope location
- Wharton, Texas
- Projected sq ft
- 97,200 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Wharton County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 15, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 309 E. Milam St., Ste. 300, Wharton, TX 77488. For questions, contact Barbara A. Starling.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Wharton 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 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 Barbara A. Starling at (979) 532-2640. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal responses. 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: "Relevant Experience, Project Team, Firm Financial/Insurance/Legal Information, Fee Proposal, Contract time" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Wharton County?
All active and historical solicitations from Wharton County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Wharton County 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. Review the full document from Wharton 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: Wharton, Texas. The total projected area is 97200 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.