City of Laredo U.S. Flagpole Installation Project (Design-Build)

The City of Laredo is accepting Statement of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified design-build teams to provide engineering, fabrication, construction, and installation services for a new United States flagpole approximately 325 to 350 feet tall. The selected team shall provide a complete, operational installation in accordance with the executed agreement, approved design criteria, established budget, and contract schedule.

One June 1, 2026, discussed the installation of a new flagpole and American flag to replace the iconic flagpole and flag recently removed from the downtown area, incorporating Laredo’s distinction as the #1 inland port of entry in the United States and honoring our veterans, and any matters related thereto.

The anticipated scope includes project management, site investigations, engineering, TxDOT and FAA coordination, permitting, traffic control, pole fabrication, delivery, foundation construction, electrical improvements, lighting, flag equipment, erection, testing, training, and closeout. The final allocation of responsibilities shall be established in the design criteria package and executed agreement.

• Project management and site investigations: Provide a designated project manager and coordinate the design professionals, manufacturer, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory activities.
• Engineering and design: Provide engineering services through appropriately licensed Texas professionals and identify the engineer responsible for each discipline. Design the pole, foundation, anchors, connections, and related improvements as an integrated system using applicable codes and approved project criteria.
• Coordination and regulatory approvals: Prepare required FAA notices and supporting information, coordinate the aeronautical review, and address resulting conditions affecting the installation in coordination with City and TxDOT reviews.
• Fabrication and delivery: Furnish the complete pole, anchors, connections, coatings, hardware, and specified accessories. Provide shop drawings and material certifications.
• Foundation and site construction: Perform excavation, foundation construction, anchor installation, required testing, electrical work, and related site improvements in accordance with the approved documents.
• Erection and installation: Provide erection procedures, cranes, rigging, temporary supports, access controls, and public protection measures appropriate for the site.
• Flag equipment and commissioning: Provide the complete flag raising and lowering system and United States flags in the dimensions and quantities needed for a flagpole of approximately 325 to 350 feet.
• Training and closeout: Train designated City personnel in operation, inspection, routine maintenance, and emergency procedures. Provide record drawings, engineering documents, test and inspection reports, warranties, equipment information, and operation and maintenance manuals.

**Submission:** Respondents are strongly encouraged to submit their SOQs electronically through Cit-E-Bid (https://cityoflaredo.ionwave.net/), or in-person – hand-delivered to the City Secretary's Office, City Hall, 1110 Houston Street (3rd Floor), Laredo, Texas 78040. Mailed responses (i.e. USPS, FedEx, UPS), telegraphic, or facsimile submittals will not be allowed/considered. Electronic submittals must be in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF). Submission of Qualifications must be received no later than **4:00 P.M. on November 24, 2026**. Submit one (1) original and four (4) copies of the qualifications.

Evaluation (Total 100 Points)

• Firm and team profile – 10 Points
• Key Personnel – 15 Points
• Comparable Projects – 20 Points
• Technical qualifications – 25 Points
• Project Approach – 15 Points
• Schedule and capacity – 10 Points
• Safety and financial capacity – 5 Points

The City selection team may utilize a two-step process: Step 1 – Statement of Qualifications; Step 2 – Presentation/Interview.

The City of Laredo will allow a joint venture on this project. Term of agreement: To be determined after the selection and award of the most qualified firm/team.