Legislation Details

File #: 26-0667    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Proposals/Bids Status: Passed
File created: 1/15/2026 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 1/29/2026 Final action: 1/29/2026
Title: Request for approval to advertise for Request for Qualifications (RFQs) for professional architectural and engineering services for design of the Washburn Tunnel Safety Enhancements - Motor Control Center (MCC) Replacement project (Precinct 2; MWBE Contract Goal: 19.6%).
Primary Department: Toll Road Authority
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Roberto Trevi?o, P.E., Executive Director

Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: N/A

Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA

Type of Request: Proposals/Bids

Project ID (if applicable): 26-6001-B; Job No. 25/0403
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): N/A

MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 19.6%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal is not 0% and is listed above

Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item

Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to advertise for Request for Qualifications (RFQs) for professional architectural and engineering services for design of the Washburn Tunnel Safety Enhancements - Motor Control Center (MCC) Replacement project (Precinct 2; MWBE Contract Goal: 19.6%).
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Background and Discussion:
Washburn Tunnel completed construction in 1950. Facility condition assessments are routinely performed on the tunnel to assess its overall condition and the condition of its elements. As part of the assessments, it has been determined that the MCC is nearing its end of life and requires replacement to ensure reliability of the electrical and mechanical components. This request for advertisement for professional architectural and engineering services qualifications will allow for design for the removal and replacement of the MCC. With Commissioners Court approval, the solicitation for qualifications will be advertised for a minimum of three weeks.

Expected Impact:
Identify qualified firms for the Project.

Alternative Options:
No other recommended solutions for this identified need.

County Strategic Plan Goal: 1. Make Harris County safer and more just.
County Strategic Plan Objective: H: Improve the condition and resilience of Count...

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