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Meeting Date:	05/22/2017
Hachar Reuthinger Road Project - Rescind Contract and re-solicit
Submitted for:	Joe Lopez	Submitted By:	Joe Lopez
Department:	Purchasing

Subject:

Discussion and possible action to rescind action taken on December 12, 2016, item 24 to approve and finalize contract with Dannenbuam Engineering for RFQ 2016-004 "Hachar-Reuthinger Road Project" and rescind action taken on January 23, 2017, item 21 to approve work authorization no. 1 (contract for engineering services) in the amount of $299,981.17 and authorize the Purchasing Agent to re-solicit request for qualifications for preliminary engineering services as recommended by the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT). Prior to advertising for these professional services, Webb County will secure approval from TXDOT to ensure funding availability and compliance with 23 CFR 172 regulations.

Issue: In order to comply with 23 CFR 172 regulations, TXDOT is recommending that Webb County re-solicit this services in order to secure reimbursement on engineering and environmental work.

Solution: Authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit for RFQ for these services. Coordinate with TXDOT and seek approval prior to advertising.

Results: Secure approval from TXDOT to initiate RFQ process and move engineering services for road project forward utilizing Federal funds pass-through TXDOT to Webb County.

Background:

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Previous Court Action:

Approval of work authorization no. 1 (Contract for Engineering Services) to Dannenbaum Engineering on January 23, 2017.

Fiscal Impact

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Financial Impact:
No financial impact at this time. Only authorization to advertise for RFQ.