The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is seeking proposals for mapping and line locates for small rural water utilities. The project involves identifying and mapping water lines and infrastructure for utilities serving 1,100 or fewer customers. Services include field verification, GPS data collection, and GIS map creation. The contract term is from execution until August 31, 2027, with potential extensions. The maximum total project cost is $4,750,**** are due by June 30, 2026. Liquidated damages of **** per day apply for delayed deliverables.
The project timeline includes submitting a list of potential systems by November 30, 2026, beginning line locating work by December 30, 2026, and project closeout by August 31, 2027.
The award will be made on the basis of best value, considering criteria such as knowledge of water resources, utility systems, planning, geolocation of assets, experience with mapping software, rural water systems, asset management, consulting contracts, field identification, project management, team capacity, quality control, and the number of systems anticipated to be awarded work.
Respondents must demonstrate a minimum of 5 years of experience in water resources, utility systems, planning, and geolocation of assets, and successful completion of at least 5 similar projects. Key personnel must have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
If a selected contractor breaches their obligation to provide deliverables according to the schedule, they agree to pay TWDB **** per day of delay as liquidated damages.
The deadline for submitting questions is June 10, 2026, at 5:00 p. m. CT.
Failure to clearly demonstrate compliance with minimum qualifications, failure to submit all required items with the response, and failure to abide by page limitations may result in disqualification.
The maximum total project cost will not exceed $4,750,****.