Opportunity
Texas DIR/ESBD #30-TDEM-RFP-1547
TDEM Solicits Operations & Maintenance for New Membrane Bioreactor Wastewater Treatment Facility
Posted
July 17, 2026
Respond By
August 19, 2026
Identifier
30-TDEM-RFP-1547
NAICS
221320
The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) is seeking a qualified vendor to provide full-service operations, maintenance, and management for its new Membrane Bioreactor Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) at the TDEM Headquarters and State Emergency Operations Center in Austin, TX. - Government Buyer: - Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) - Contact: Joanna Morgan-Schaede - Scope of Services: - Comprehensive operations, maintenance, and management of a 36,000 gallons-per-day Membrane Bioreactor WWTF - 24/7 facility staffing with certified wastewater personnel - Influent screening, biological nutrient removal, MBR secondary treatment, UV disinfection, biosolids dewatering and disposal - Odor control, regulatory compliance, preventive maintenance, and detailed reporting - Biosolids management and environmental compliance - Minimum two light-duty service trucks provided for operations - Rapid response to callouts (within 45 minutes) - Employee benefits and incentive programs for staff - Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on technical qualifications, local presence, and strong safety/environmental compliance record - Open to all qualified vendors; no specific OEMs or product part numbers specified - Encourages participation from Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB) certified vendors - Subcontracting plan required for contracts $100,000 or more - Compliance with Texas state procurement regulations and submission via AggieBid system - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are mentioned; the focus is on service delivery and technical capability.
Description
The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) is requesting proposals from qualified respondents to provide full-service operations, maintenance, and management for the new TDEM Headquarters Waste Water Treatment Facility. The solicitation requires submission of sealed proposals by August 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT through the AggieBid system. The contract includes compliance with statutory exemptions and certifications, and encourages subcontracting opportunities with Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB) certified vendors. The scope covers multiple districts and zones across Texas.