Description
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is seeking a qualified contractor to provide technical services for conveyance coordination implementation. The selected contractor will develop technical standards, best management practices, and general guidance for the design and construction of infrastructure to transport water. The contractor will also provide revisions to the technical resources as needed. The contract term is approximately 11 months, starting from the date of contract execution and ending on February 28, 2027. The maximum total project cost is $600,000.00.
• The contractor must have extensive knowledge of water resources, water conveyance, utilities, and construction.
• The contractor must be able to write technical standards and manuals, including criteria for manuals, design standards, and specifications.
• The contractor must have experience with reviewing and interpreting Federal regulations, Texas Government Code, and Texas Water Code.
• The contractor must have experience with negotiating land acquisition, rights-of-way, and easements for utility projects.
• The contractor must have experience with the eminent domain process in the State of Texas.
• The contractor must have experience with planning, acquisition, design, and/or construction phases of infrastructure involving the conveyance of water.
• The contractor must have experience with stakeholder coordination for water infrastructure projects in the State of Texas, including coordination with private and public sector entities.
• The contractor must have experience with the implementation of consulting contracts, including project and schedule management, team capacity, and quality control.