ENGINEER FOR TRANSIT & EQUIPMENT PLANNING SERVICES PROJECTS
| Location: | Texas |
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| Posted: | May 5, 2026 |
| Due: | May 20, 2026 |
| Agency: | City of Port Arthur |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
| Category: |
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| Solicitation No: | P26-032 |
| Publication URL: | To access bid details, please log in. |
| Bid Number: |
P26-032
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| Bid Title: |
ENGINEER FOR TRANSIT & EQUIPMENT PLANNING SERVICES PROJECTS
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| Category: | Consultant |
| Status: | Open |
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CHARLOTTE M. MOSES, MAYOR
HAROLD L. DOUCET, SR.,
MAYOR PRO TEM
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
WILLIE BAE LEWIS, JR.
TIFFANY L. HAMILTON EVERFIELD
DONEANE BECKCOM
THOMAS KINLAW, III
DONALD FRANK, SR.
RONALD BURTON, CPM
CITY MANAGER
SHERRI BELLARD, TRMC
CITY SECRETARY
ROXANN PAIS COTRONEO
CITY ATTORNEY
May 5, 2026
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
ENGINEER FOR TRANSIT & EQUIPMENT PLANNING SERVICES PROJECTS
DEADLINE: Sealed qualification submittals must be received and time stamped by 3:00p.m., Central
Standard Time, Wednesday, May 6, 2026. (The clock located in the City Secretary’s office will be the
official time.) Applicant names will be read aloud beginning at 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, 2026
in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 5th Floor, Port Arthur, TX. You are invited to attend.
MARK ENVELOPE: P26-032
DELIVERY ADDRESS: Please submit one (1) original and three (3) exact duplicate copies and USB
of your RFQ to:
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR
CITY SECRETARY
or
P.O. BOX 1089
PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS 77641
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR
CITY SECRETARY
444 4TH STREET, 4th Floor
PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS 77640
POINTS OF CONTACT:
Questions concerning this Request for Qualifications and Scope of Work should be directed in writing
to:
City of Port Arthur, TX
Clifton Williams, Purchasing Manager
P.O. Box 1089
Port Arthur, TX 77641
clifton.williams@portarthurtx.gov
Purchasing Division/Finance Department | Purchasing Manager, Clifton Williams
P.O. Box 1089|444 4th Street| Port Arthur, Texas 77641| 409.983.8160 |Fax 409.983.8291
The enclosed REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) and accompanying GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS and SPECIFICATIONS are for your convenience in submitting
qualifications for the enclosed referenced services for the City of Port Arthur.
Qualifications must be signed by a person having authority to bind the firm in a contract. Qualifications
shall be placed in a sealed envelope, with the Vendor’s name and address in the upper left-hand corner of
the envelope.
ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE CITY SECRETARY’S OFFICE BEFORE
OPENING DATE AND TIME. It is the sole responsibility of the firm to ensure that the sealed RFQ
submittal arrives at the above location by specified deadline regardless of delivery method chosen by the
firm. Faxed or electronically transmitted RFQ submittals will not be accepted.
Clifton Williams
Purchasing Manager
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REQUESTS FOR QUALIFICATIONS
ENGINEER FOR TRANSIT & EQUIPMENT PLANNING SERVICES PROJECTS
(To be Completed ONLY IF YOU DO NOT BID.)
FAILURE TO RESPOND TO BID SOLICITATIONS FOR TWO (2) BID PERIODS MAY RESULT IN
REMOVAL FROM THE VENDOR’S LIST. However, if you are removed you will be reinstated upon
request.
In the event you desire not to submit a bid, we would appreciate your response regarding the
reason(s). Your assistance in completing and returning this form in an envelope marked with the
enclosed bid would be appreciated.
NO BID is submitted: ____ this time only
____ not this commodity/service only
Yes
No
Does your company provide this product or services?
Were the specifications clear?
Were the specifications too restrictive?
Does the City pay its bills on time?
Do you desire to remain on the bid list for this product or service?
Does your present work load permit additional work?
Comments/Other Suggestions:
Company Name:
Person Completing Form:
Mailing Address:
City, State, Zip Code:
Telephone:
Email:
Date:
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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
ENGINEER FOR TRANSIT & EQUIPMENT PLANNING SERVICES PROJECTS
OBJECTIVE
The Contractor responsible to provide supplemental on-call services to the City of Port Arthur Transit
Department (PAT). Contractor will be responsible project management, grant writing, and coordination
ensures a comprehensive approach to achieving your objectives within the proposed timeline and budget
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Upon selection and award of a contract Contractor shall:
1. Strategic Planning and Policy Development
o Assist in developing long-term plans, policies, and goals.
2. Grant Writing and Funding Assistance
o Identify potential funding opportunities from federal, state, and local sources.
o Prepare grant applications and manage compliance with grant requirements.
o Provide strategies for leveraging public-private partnerships.
3. Community Engagement and Public Outreach
o Organize public meetings, workshops, and focus groups to gather community input.
o Facilitate communication between stakeholders, including the public, government
agencies, and private entities.
4. Project Management and Coordination
o Oversee transit-related capital improvement projects.
o Manage contracts and coordination with contractors, vendors, and consultants.
5. Regulatory Compliance and Documentation
o Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local transit regulations (e.g., FTA, ADA, Title
VI).
o Prepare necessary documentation for audits and reviews.
6. Data Collection and Analysis
o Develop and implement data collection programs for ridership, service performance, and
operational efficiency.
o Use data analytics to inform decision-making and improve service delivery.
7. Capital Planning and Asset Management
o Provide recommendations for fleet replacement, maintenance, and upgrades.
o Conduct facility assessments and propose improvements.
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8. Environmental and Sustainability Planning
o Recommend and implement green infrastructure initiatives.
9. Financial Planning and Cost Analysis
o Assist the department with submitting drawdowns/reimbursements to funding partners.
10. Interagency Coordination
o Facilitate collaboration with regional transit authorities and neighboring municipalities.
o Act as a liaison between the department and external agencies.
CONTRACT
1. One year with option to renew for two additional one year periods.
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