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Meeting Date:	04/14/2020
Colorado Acres RO Treatment Plant Renovation Project - Engineering Services
Submitted for:	Joe Lopez	Submitted By:	Joe Lopez
Department:	Purchasing

Subject:

Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit Requests for Qualifications (RFQ) for Engineering Services for the Webb County Colorado Acres RO Treatment Plant Renovation Project as required by the Texas Government Code, Chapter 2254 (Professional and Consulting Services), Section 2254.001 (Professional Services Procurement Act) and any other matters incident thereto. [2019-A Bond Series 3869-7230-001-474501-030]

Issue: Project was submitted directly by the Water Utilities Department and was previously tabled twice by Commissioners Court. Project requires formal RFQ for engineering services to prepare the construction documents required for this project to be awarded by competitive bidding.

Solution: Authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit professional engineers with expertise and experience working with municipalities and counties in the renovation of water treatment plants similar to the scope of services required for this project.

Result: The Purchasing Agent will seek RFQ as per State law and present highest ranking firms at a future date for Commissioners Court’s consideration to award.

Background:

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Previous Court Action:

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Fiscal Impact

Budget Account Number:	3869-7230-001-474501
Funding Source:	2019A Bond Series
Balance:	$500,000.00
Financial Impact:
3869-7230-001-474501-030 (2019-A Bond Series - Construction in Progress) Balance: $500,000.00