How to bid on On-call Commissioning, Sustainable and Testing and Balancing Services for the City of San Antonio

What the City of San Antonio is buying

The City of San Antonio is looking for on-call consultants to provide building commissioning, sustainability and green building certification services, and testing and balancing (TAB) services. These services will support the City’s architectural and engineering projects as needed, covering design, construction, and post-construction phases.

Specific tasks may include design and field reviews, developing commissioning plans and specifications, reviewing building system submittals, performing integrated systems testing, and tracking non-conformance issues. Commissioning services may include both basic and enhanced commissioning to meet LEED or other sustainability requirements.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The deadline to submit your response for this opportunity is October 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. All submissions must be received by this time. The project is identified as RFQ 26-111.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for consulting firms specializing in building commissioning, sustainable design, green building certification, and testing and balancing services. Firms with experience in supporting architectural and engineering projects throughout their lifecycle, from design to post-construction, will find this relevant. Experience with LEED or other sustainability requirements is also beneficial.

How to respond to RFQ 26-111

To access the solicitation details, you need to view the original source on CivCast. This platform is where the City of San Antonio manages plans, addenda, and bidding for this project.

You will need to register a free CivCast account to download the plans and specifications. Registering also adds you to the planholders list, ensuring you receive notices about any addenda. Submit your bid as directed by the project instructions before the specified deadline. Some projects allow electronic bids through CivCast, while others require bids to be opened at the owner's office.

Practical tips for a competitive response

When preparing your response, clearly outline your firm's experience with similar on-call contracts, especially those involving municipal or large-scale architectural and engineering projects. Highlight your expertise in all three requested service areas: building commissioning, sustainability/green building certification, and testing and balancing.

Provide specific examples of past projects where you successfully managed design reviews, developed commissioning plans, executed functional performance tests, and resolved non-conformance issues. Emphasize any certifications or qualifications your team holds related to LEED or other sustainability standards. A well-organized response that directly addresses each service requirement will demonstrate your capability.