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The City of Bellaire, Texas is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified engineering firms for professional services related to a traffic signal timing optimization program. The project aims to develop and implement an optimization program throughout the city, involving data gathering and analysis, field observations, software recommendation, procurement, and installation, and final analysis. The RFQ is issued on May 21, 2026, with SOQs due by June 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT. Pre-qualification questions are due by June 2, 2026. The project is partially funded by the Texas Department of Transportation's Surface Transportation Block Grant Program, utilizing federal highway administration funds. Respondents must demonstrate resources and experience, and the most qualified respondent will be selected for contract negotiation. The city will not reimburse firms for expenses incurred in preparing qualifications. Submittals must include an unbound original, three bound duplicates, and one electronic copy in PDF format on a USB drive, along with proof of insurance, a current W9, and a completed conflict of interest questionnaire. The contract term is anticipated to be up to 180 days from the award date. The city reserves the right to reject any or all SOQs, waive irregularities, and cancel the RFQ.
The deadline for submitting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) is June 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT.
The city will allow for progress payments based on the scope of work, with invoices paid monthly following city council approvals. Payment will be made within thirty days after receiving an invoice and upon completion of services and acceptance by the city.
Qualifications will be evaluated based on experience, firm resources and staff qualifications, example projects relevant to the assignment, overall approach and methodology, and references.
Respondents must demonstrate they have the resources and experience to provide services to the city, including experience with traffic signal optimization programs.
The document mentions that failure to comply with certain requirements, such as the Texas Public Information Act or executive orders, may result in contract termination or other remedies. It also states that unsolicited communication may be grounds for disqualification.
Pre-qualification questions deadline is June 2, 2026, 5:00 PM CT.
Providing false or misleading information, failing to complete and sign required forms, unsolicited communication with city representatives, and failure to comply with specific Texas legislative verifications can lead to disqualification.
