AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2018-133R, approving a contract with Hicks & Company, Inc. for Historic and Cultural Resource Survey Services, for an estimated amount of $39,500.00; authorizing the City Manager to execute the appropriate documents on behalf of the City; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: August 7, 2018
Department: Planning and Development Services Department - Shannon Mattingly, Director (By Lynda Williams, Purchasing Manager)
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $39,500
Account Number: C31-General Fund
Funds Available: $144,000
Account Name: Comprehensive Master Plan
Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: The City Council directed Staff to proceed with the historic resources survey on October 17, 2017.
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Background Information:
On June 14, 2018, the City received three (3) proposals for Historic Resources Survey. A City staff evaluation panel has reviewed and evaluated all proposals submitted, and determined the most highly qualified firm to be Hicks & Company Environmental/Archeological Consultants, Austin, Texas.
The scope of work includes evaluating and updating the existing historic resources surveys and the condition of currently listed properties, identifying and documenting new resources that have yet to be surveyed, and developing a survey report with a robust recommendation section in order for the City to make informed decisions about federal, state, and local designation of historic resources. The comprehensive historic and cultural resources survey will provide City staff and appointed and elected officials current and accurate information allowing them to properly assess and review future planning initiatives and development proposals.
The City has negotiated a fair and reasonable price with Hicks & Company Environmental/Archeology Consultants and recommends award in the amount not to exceed $79,000 which coincides with the matching grant equaling $39,500 awarded by the Texas Historical Commission for this project.
Council Committee, Board/Commission Action:
The Historic Preservation Commission reviewed the Request for Proposals and approved the scope of the project along with deliverables.
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Recommendation:
The City recommends awarding a contract to Hicks & Company Environmental/Archeological Consultants in the estimated amount not to exceed $79,000.