6 open requests for engineering, architecture and other design services as of October 22, 2026.
Updated October 22, 2026 from the BidLasso daily digest run
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In Texas, public agencies pick engineers and architects based on qualifications, not price (the Professional Services Procurement Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 2254). That's why design work is usually posted as an RFQ (Request for Qualifications). Many are on-call or IDIQ contracts that run for years.
Open design RFQs and RFPs
San Antonio Fire Department Facilities Assessment
City of San Antonio · Capital Delivery Department · No. RFQ 2026-125 · Request for Qualifications
The San Antonio Fire Department (SAFD) is seeking Statements of Qualifications from qualified firms to develop a comprehensive Facility Condition Assessment (FCA),…
City of San Antonio · Capital Delivery Department · No. 2026-023 · Request for Qualifications
The City of San Antonio (City), Capital Delivery Department (CDD), is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from…
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Questions
Why are engineering contracts RFQs and not bids?
Texas law (Government Code Chapter 2254) has public agencies choose architects, engineers and surveyors on demonstrated competence and qualifications first, then negotiate a fair price with the top firm.
What is an IDIQ contract?
Indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity. The agency selects one or more firms for a term and issues task orders as projects come up. VIA and other agencies use them for design services.
Can a small firm compete on these?
Yes. Many RFQs have small-business goals, and large prime firms look for small subconsultants to meet them. The pre-submittal meeting sign-in sheet is a good way to find teaming partners.
