To: Aaron Rector, Interim City Manager
From: Alonzo Liñán, Public Works Director
Subject:
Title
Consider a resolution authorizing the use of the Competitive Sealed Proposal method for the Water System Capital Improvements Plan - Phase 3 project and delegating authority to the Interim City Manager, or designee, to implement the Competitive Sealed Proposal method for the construction of said project as allowed under State of Texas Government Code Chapter 2269, Subchapter D.
Action Requested:
Approve a resolution authorizing the use of the Competitive Sealed Proposal method for the Water System Capital Improvements - Phase 3 project and delegating authority to the Interim City Manager, or designee, to implement the Competitive Sealed Proposal method.
Background:
Texas Government Code Chapter 2269 allows construction projects to be delivered in a method other than the Competitive Bidding method, more commonly known as design-bid-build. However, the municipality must formally state what method provides the best value prior to advertising. Subchapter B allows City Council to delegate authority to the City Manager, or his designee, to implement the Competitive Sealed Proposal method.
The Water System Capital Improvements Plan is a significant city-wide project which is funded by the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) State Water Implementation Plan for Texas (SWIFT) low interest loan program. Phase 3 of this project includes the replacement of water distribution systems in four (4) locations of the City using traditional open trench and trenchless technology construction methods, including horizontal directional drilling and pipe bursting. It is crucial to evaluate the proposals for construction services based on price, experience, qualifications and other weighted criteria to obtain the best value for Keller which is accomplished by using the Competitive Sealed Proposal method.
The proposed resolution states the Competitive Sealed Proposal method as providing the best value for the project and delegates authority to the City Manager needed to implement this alternative delivery method. The City Council will still approve the construction contract award.
Financial Impact:
Funding for this activity is included in the Water & Wastewater Capital Improvements Project Fund with funding provided by debt issuance from the State Water Implementation Fund for Texas (SWIFT) program and the Water & Wastewater Utility fund.
Legal Review:
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this item.
Alternatives:
City Council has the following alternatives:
- Approve as submitted
- Approve with changes
- Denial