To: Mark R. Hafner, City Manager
From: Alonzo Liñán, Public Works Director
Subject:
Title
Consider a resolution approving an Agreement for Professional Services with Wade Trim, Inc. of Fort Worth, Texas; for the purpose of providing engineering design for the 2023 Annual Street Maintenance Project for the Public Works Department; and authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents relating thereto on behalf of the City of Keller, Texas.
Action Requested:
Consider a resolution approving an Agreement for Professional Services with Wade Trim, Inc. of Fort Worth, Texas; for design of the 2023 Annual Street Maintenance Project for the Public Works Department in the amount of $220,000.00.
Background:
The City’s Capital Improvements Program (CIP) contains an annual project to maintain the residential street system through actions that range from simple surface treatments and localized repairs to full reconstruction. The annual program is funded by a ¼ cent sales and use tax.
On June 1, 2021, city staff received 75 statements of qualifications from engineering firms in response to the city’s general Request for Qualifications (RFQ). After extensive review of each relevant RFQ, city staff determined that Wade Trim was the most qualified. Wade Trim has also performed these services to our satisfaction for multiple street projects. Staff negotiated a proposal for design and construction services. The scope includes utility coordination, geotechnical engineering, engineering design, bid phase assistance and construction phase assistance. The contract is in the amount of $220,000.00. The streets selected are shown on the attached map.
Financial Impact:
The project is included in the Street System Capital Improvement Project Fund with funding provided by the Street Maintenance Fund.
Citizen Input/Board Review:
Not applicable
Legal Review:
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved the proposed resolution.
Alternatives:
City Council has the following alternatives:
- Approve as submitted
- Approve with changes
- Denial
Council Action:
Staff recommends approval of the proposed resolution as presented.