RFP 2026-005 Grant Administrative Services for NRCS Emergency Watershed Protection Buyout Program

Bid/RFP Status:

Open - accepting bids and proposals

Bid/RFP Due Date:

Friday, May 1, 2026 - 11:00am

Bid/RFP Reference Number:

RFP 2026-005

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NOTICE TO GRANT/CONSULTING FIRMS

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR GRANT ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FOR NRCS EWP BUYOUT PROGRAM

The City of Burnet (City) is requesting proposals (in accordance with procurement regulations under 2 CFR Part 200 and applicable USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) guidelines) from qualified grant administration or consulting firms to provide grant administration services for the NRCS Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) Buyout Program. The procurement method is Sealed Competitive Proposals selection per Texas LGC 2254 and 2 CFR Part 200.320.

The Project consists of a total estimated budget of approximately $5,749,158, including $4,393,243.50 in federal NRCS funds and $1,355,914.50 in required local match.

This Project includes the acquisition, demolition, and restoration of flood-damaged properties in Burnet, Texas following the July 2025 flood event.

DBE/WBE/MBE participants are encouraged to submit in accordance with 2 CFR §200.321. Please include documentation of such qualifications in your submittal.

Proposals must be received no later than 11:00 a.m. on May 1, 2026. Late proposals will not be considered.

Submit proposals in a sealed envelope labeled:

“Grant Administration Proposal – NRCS EWP Buyout Program

To:

City of Burnet

Attn: City Secretary

301 East Jackson Street

Burnet, TX 78611

Questions may be submitted to:

Keith McBurnett, Assistant City Manager

(512) 756-6093

kmcburnett@cityofburnet.com