Sound Study Service
- Client
- Hutto, Texas
- RFP Number
- DRA-11397
- Posted
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- Category
- Data Research and Analytics
- Budget
- Looking for Proposals
- NAICS
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- Set-aside
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- Contact
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Description
AI GeneratedThe government authority in Hutto, TX requires a vendor to provide a comprehensive sound study service offsite. The buyer needs a review of existing unified development code conditions, zoning districts, noise regulations, and industrial development standards. Requested scope includes evaluating three common data center construction types for operational characteristics and acoustic performance, as well as evaluating cooling technologies for noise, vibration, and heat island effects at various residential setback distances. Additionally, the vendor must collect, evaluate, and compare sample data from area data centers across continuous, intermittent, peak, and emergency operations to analyze mitigation measures. Eligibility limits participation exclusively to onshore USA organizations. The buyer seeks proposals for the budget and accepts digital submissions via email or online. Bidders must submit all questions no later than September 30, 2026.
Key solicitation details
AI-extracted from 2-Exhibit A - General Affirmations and Solicitation Acceptance.pdf, 3-RFP - 2026-090-SC-01 DCSS.pdf, 4-Exhibit C - Scope of Work, Tasks, and Deliverables.pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.
The City of Hutto is seeking proposals for a Data Center Sound Study to analyze acoustic performance, mechanical system impacts, and noise regulations associated with modern data centers. The study will evaluate local code, collect field sample data, and deliver regulatory recommendations to protect residential areas. Eligibility is restricted to onshore USA organizations authorized to do business in Texas.
- Issued by
- City of Hutto
- Issue Date
- 8/24/2026
- Questions due
- September 30, 2026
- Proposals due
- 9/2/2026 at 10:00 AM CST
- How to submit
- Electronic via online submission
- Submission details
- Proposals must be submitted electronically online prior to the deadline. Hard copy, faxed, or e-mailed proposals will not be accepted.
- Contract term
- Effective from the date of contract execution
- Place of performance
- Offsite / Hutto, TX
- Insurance and bonding
- Requires a 5% Bid Bond and performance/payment bonds for 100% of the contract price from an approved surety company holding a permit from the State of Texas.
How proposals are evaluated
| Bid Price | 50 Points |
| Proposed Plan, Schedule & Quality Control Program | 30 Points |
| Background, Experience, Qualifications & Safety | 20 Points |
Scope of work
- Task One: Review of existing Unified Development Code zoning, noise regulations, and development standards
- Task Two: Evaluation of operational characteristics and acoustic performance of common data center construction types
- Task Three: Evaluation of noise, vibration, and heat island impacts from onsite mechanical cooling and power systems
- Task Four: Field collection and analysis of acoustic sample data from area data centers
- Task Five: Comparative analysis of collected sample data and assessment of potential noise mitigation measures
- Task Six: Regulatory recommendations and final report including executive summary and public presentation materials
Minimum qualifications
- Must be an Onshore USA Organization
- Valid entity authorized to conduct business in the State of Texas in accordance with Chapter 3 of Texas Business Organizations Code
- Experience performing acoustical engineering studies and evaluating industrial facilities and data centers
- Experience with municipal development regulations and environmental noise studies
- Experience conducting projects for Texas municipalities
Documents to include with the bid
- Exhibit A – Affirmations and Solicitation Acceptance completed and signed
- Exhibit B – Standard Purchasing Terms and Conditions
- Exhibit C – Project Scope, Tasks, and Deliverables
- 5% Bid Bond
- Signed addenda acknowledgements, if applicable
- Form W-9
- Form 1295 Certificate of Interested Parties
Verify important details
Document checkConfirm submission instructions and amendments with the issuing agency before responding.
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