2026 - 001 Request for Qualifications for Engineering Services USDA RBDG Grant
| Location: | Texas |
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| Posted: | Apr 10, 2026 |
| Due: | Apr 29, 2026 |
| Agency: | County of Jim Wells |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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2026 - 001 Request for Qualifications for Engineering Services USDA RBDG Grant
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Jim Wells County is requesting qualifications from qualified engineering firms to provide professional engineering services for a project funded through the USDA Rural Business Development Grant (RBDG) - Business Enterprise Project.
Services include preliminary engineering, design, permitting, bid support, construction oversight, and project closeout in accordance with federal requirements under 2 CFR Part 200. The site is at 601 E. Main Street, Alice, Texas 78332, an existing facility that requires rehabilitation of the 3rd and 4th floors to develop the Jim Wells County Nexus Center for Innovation and Growth. The facility's rehabilitation plans support business incubation workspaces, economic development opportunities, and workforce training labs to include but not limited to interior design and construction, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, information technology (IT) services, and communication components.
Statements of Qualifications will be received until:
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 @ 4:00PM
Late submissions will not be accepted.Please submit five (5) copies and a thumb drive with your Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) to the following address:
Norma Salas
Jim Wells County
200 N. Almond Street
Alice, Texas 78332RFQ packets may be obtained by contacting:
Norma Salas
(361)668-5726
norma.salas@co.jim-wells.tx.usAttached: RFQ-Packet Engineering Services - USDA (RBDG).pdf
Jim Wells County reserves the right to reject any or all submissions and to waive any formalities that do not affect fairness. Jim Wells County in an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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JIM WELLS COUNTY, TEXAS
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)
Engineering Services - USDA Rural Business Development Grant (RBDG)
Jim Wells County, Texas
Jim Wells County is seeking qualified engineering firms to provide professional engineering
services in support of a project funded through the USDA Rural Business Development
Grant (RBDG) - Business Enterprise Project.
PROJECT PURPOSE:
The purpose of this project is to support business incubation workspaces, economic
development, and workforce training labs at 601E. Main Street, Alice, Texas 78332 in Jim
Wells County through infrastructure improvements, site development, and/or facility
enhancements that will promote job creation and private investment in rural communities.
The facility is a County owned property intended for public economic development
purposes.
SCOPE OF SERVICES:
A.Preliminary Engineering & Assessment
* Site evaluation and existing facility assessment
* Identification of structural. mechanical, electrical, and infrastructure needs
* Code compliance review (local, state, and federal)
* Environmental review coordination (NEPA)
* Permitting and regulatory compliance
B.Design & Planning
* Preparation of engineering plans and specifications
* HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and structural system design
* Technology infrastructure planning (broadband, IT systems)
* ADA and accessibility compliance design
* Cost estimates and value engineering
C.Procurement Support
* Assist in preparation of construction bid documents
* Respond to Requests for Information (RFis)
* Support contractor selection process
D. Construction Phase Services
* Construction phase services shall include periodic site observations and review for
general compliance. The Engineer shall not be responsible for construction means,
methods, safety, or contractor supervision.
* Review of contractor submittals and shop drawings
* Monitoring compliance with plans and specifications
* Coordination with contractors and County staff
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