ENGINEER FOR TRANSIT & EQUIPMENT PLANNING SERVICES PROJECTS

CHARLOTTE M. MOSES, MAYOR RONALD BURTON, CPM
HAROLD L. DOUCET, SR., CITY MANAGER
MAYOR PRO TEM
SHERRI BELLARD, TRMC
COUNCIL MEMBERS: CITY SECRETARY
WILLIE BAE LEWIS, JR.
TIFFANY L. HAMILTON EVERFIELD ROXANN PAIS COTRONEO
DONEANE BECKCOM CITY ATTORNEY
THOMAS KINLAW, III
DONALD FRANK, SR.
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 OF PORT ARTHUR
CITY SECRETARY or CITY SECRETARY
P.O. BOX 1089 444 4TH STREET, 4th Floor
PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS 77641 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: Telephone:
Mailing Address: Email:
City, State, Zip Code: 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
Assist in developing long-term plans, policies, and goals.
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2. Grant Writing and Funding Assistance
Identify potential funding opportunities from federal, state, and local sources.
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Prepare grant applications and manage compliance with grant requirements.
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Provide strategies for leveraging public-private partnerships.
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3. Community Engagement and Public Outreach
Organize public meetings, workshops, and focus groups to gather community input.
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Facilitate communication between stakeholders, including the public, government
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agencies, and private entities.
4. Project Management and Coordination
Oversee transit-related capital improvement projects.
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Manage contracts and coordination with contractors, vendors, and consultants.
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5. Regulatory Compliance and Documentation
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local transit regulations (e.g., FTA, ADA, Title
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VI).
Prepare necessary documentation for audits and reviews.
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6. Data Collection and Analysis
Develop and implement data collection programs for ridership, service performance, and
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operational efficiency.
Use data analytics to inform decision-making and improve service delivery.
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7. Capital Planning and Asset Management
Provide recommendations for fleet replacement, maintenance, and upgrades.
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Conduct facility assessments and propose improvements.
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8. Environmental and Sustainability Planning
Recommend and implement green infrastructure initiatives.
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9. Financial Planning and Cost Analysis
Assist the department with submitting drawdowns/reimbursements to funding partners.
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10. Interagency Coordination
Facilitate collaboration with regional transit authorities and neighboring municipalities.
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Act as a liaison between the department and external agencies.
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CONTRACT
1. One year with option to renew for two additional one year periods.
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The City of Port Arthur requires comprehensive responses to every section within this RFQ. To
facilitate the review of the responses, Firms shall follow the described qualification format. The
intent of the qualification format requirements is to expedite review and evaluation. It is not the
intent to constrain Vendors with regard to content, but to assure that the specific requirements
set forth in this RFQ are addressed in a uniform manner amenable to review and evaluation. It is
requested that qualification packets be limited to no more than 50 pages, excluding resumes.
A. EXPERIENCE
1. Provide a profile of experience for all members of the firm. This section shall include, but not be
limited to, the following:
a. State number of years providing this service.
b. Experience with Municipalities.
c. Knowledge of Federal requirements especially the FTA.
d. Knowledge of the City of Port Arthur requirements.
e. State any other relevant Experience.
B. PAST PERFORMANCE
1. Identify and describe the proposed Team's past experience for providing services that are most
related to this project within the past ten (10) years. For each project, provide the following
information:
a. Project name, location, contract delivery method, and description
b. Initial project and projected time for completion
c. Final project cost and time for completion
d. The nature of material change orders
e. The nature of adverse claims or litigation
f. Final project size in gross square feet
2. Provide past experience of completed FTA or other federally funded projects.
3. List any current projects that would impact your firm's ability to handle additional work for
which this response is requested.
4. Submit references.
C. LOCATION
1. Points for firms located with the City of Port Arthur
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SELECTION PROCESS
All applications will be screened by an evaluation committee and those applicants selected for a short
list may be invited to attend an interview, at the applicants own expense. The City shall not incur any
costs for applicant preparation and/or submittal of qualifications.
The City will evaluate all responses based on the qualifications, past performance and project approach.
The City reserves the right to negotiate the final fee prior to recommending any Firm for a contract.
The City's process is as follows:
1. The evaluation committee shall screen and rate all of the responses that are submitted.
Evaluation ratings will be on a 100 point scale and shall be based on the following criteria:
a. Experience ............................................................................ 45 pts
b. Past Performance .................................................................. 50 pts
c. Location ................................................................................ 05 pts
2. City staff shall recommend the most qualified Architectural/Engineering firm to the City
Council and request authority to enter into contract negotiations.
3. When services and fees are agreed upon, the selected firm shall be offered a contract subject
to City Council approval.
4. Should negotiations be unsuccessful, the City shall enter into negotiations with the next,
highest ranked firm. The process shall continue until an agreement is reached with a
qualified firm.
5. This RFQ does not commit the City to pay for any direct and/or indirect costs incurred in the
preparation and presentation of a response. All finalist(s) shall pay their own costs incurred
in preparing for, traveling to and attending interviews.
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LETTER OF INTEREST
RFQ - Engineer for Transit & Equipment Planning Services Projects Deadline: April 9, 2025
The undersigned firm submits the following information (this RFQ submittal) in response to the Request
for Qualifications (as amended by any Addenda), issued by the City of Port Arthur, TX (City) for Civil
Engineers for the City of Port Arthur
Enclosed, and by this reference incorporated herein and made a part of this RFQ, are the following:
COMPLETED RFQ LETTER OF INTEREST FORM
BUY AMERICA CERTIFICATION
CERTIFICATION REGARDING LOBBYING
NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT (MUST BE NOTARIZED)
AFFIDAVIT (MUST BE NOTARIZED)
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
HOUSE BILL 89 VERIFICATION
SB 252CHAPTER 2252 CERTIFICATION
DBE DOCUMENT
Firm understands that the City is not bound to select any firm for the final pre-qualified list and may reject
any responses submitted.
Firm also understands that all costs and expenses incurred by it in preparing this RFQ and participating in
this process will be borne solely by the firm, and that the required materials to be submitted will become
the property of the City and will not be returned.
Firm agrees that the City will not be responsible for any errors, omissions, inaccuracies, or incomplete
statements in this RFQ. Firm accepts all terms of the RFQ submittal process by signing this letter of
interest and making the RFQ submittal.
This RFQ shall be governed by and construed in all respects according to the laws of the State of Texas.
Firm Name Date
Authorized Signature Title
Name (please print) Telephone
Address City/State/Zip
Email
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BUY AMERICA CERTIFICATION
Buy America - The contractor agrees to comply with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j) and 49 C.F.R. Part 661, which
provide that Federal funds may not be obligated unless steel, iron, and manufactured products used in
FTA-funded projects are produced in the United States, unless a waiver has been granted by FTA or the
product is subject to a general waiver. General waivers are listed in 49 C.F.R. 661.7, and include final
assembly in the United States for 15 passenger vans and 15 passenger wagons produced by Chrysler
Corporation, and microcomputer equipment and software. Separate requirements for rolling stock are set
out at 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(C) and 49 C.F.R. 661.11. Rolling stock must be assembled in the United
States and have a 60 percent domestic content.
A bidder or offeror must submit to the FTA recipient the appropriate Buy America certification (below)
with all bids or offers on FTA-funded contracts, except those subject to a general waiver. Bids or offers
that are not accompanied by a completed Buy America certification must be rejected as nonresponsive.
This requirement does not apply to lower tier subcontractors.
Certification requirement for procurement of steel, iron, or manufactured products.
Certificate of Compliance with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(1)
The bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it will meet the requirements of 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(1) and the
applicable regulations in 49 CFR Part 661.5.
Date ____________________________________________________________
Signature______________________________________________________
Company Name_______________________________________________________
Title _____________________________________________________________
Certificate of Non-Compliance with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(1)
The bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it cannot comply with the requirements of 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(1)
and 49 C.F.R. 661.5, but it may qualify for an exception pursuant to 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(A),
5323(j)(2)(B), or 5323(j)(2)(D), and 49 C.F.R. 661.7.
Date _________________________________________________________________
Signature ___________________________________________________________
Company Name _________________________________________________________
Title _______________________________________________________________
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CERTIFICATION REGARDING LOBBYING
Certification for Contracts, Grants, Loans, and Cooperative Agreements
(To be submitted with each bid or offer exceeding $100,000)
The undersigned [Contractor] certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:
1. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned,
to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of an agency, a
Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress
in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the
making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension,
continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or
cooperative agreement.
2. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person
for making lobbying contacts to an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an
officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this
Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit
Standard Form--LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance with its instructions [as
amended by "Government wide Guidance for New Restrictions on Lobbying," 61 Fed. Reg. 1413
(1/19/96). Note: Language in paragraph (2) herein has been modified in accordance with Section 10
of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (P.L. 104-65, to be codified at 2 U.S.C. 1601, et seq .)]
3. The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award
documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under
grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose
accordingly.
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this
transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or
entering into this transaction imposed by 31, U.S.C. 1352 (as amended by the Lobbying Disclosure Act
of 1995). Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not
less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
[Note: Pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 1352(c)(1)-(2)(A), any person who makes a prohibited expenditure or fails
to file or amend a required certification or disclosure form shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less
than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such expenditure or failure.]
The Contractor, ___________________, certifies or affirms the truthfulness and accuracy of each
statement of its certification and disclosure, if any. In addition, the Contractor understands and agrees
that the provisions of 31 U.S.C. A 3801, et seq., apply to this certification and disclosure, if any.
__________________________________________ Signature of Contractor's Authorized Official
_________________________________________ Name and Title of Contractor's Authorized Official
________________________________________ Date
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