AGENDA CAPTION:
Title
Consider approval of Resolution 2018-211R authorizing the award of a contract to Abercrombie Planning and Design in an amount not to exceed $58,600 for the creation of a Fire Department Training Facility Master Plan; authorizing the city manager to execute the agreement; and declaring an effective date.
Body
Meeting date: November 7, 2018
Department: Fire Department - Les Stephens, Fire Chief (by Lynda Williams, Purchasing Manager)
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: Not to Exceed $58,600
Account Number: 50036037.70200
Funds Available: $93,500
Account Name: C543-GENERAL-DESIGN
Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: Voters approved the 2017 Bond Election which included construction of a $2 Million Fire Training Facility at the San Marcos Airport.
City Council Strategic Initiative:
City Facilities
Comprehensive Plan Element (s):
? Parks, Public Spaces & Facilities - Funding and staffing to ensure quality public safety and community services
Background Information:
On May 6, 2017, the citizens of San Marcos approved a bond referendum that included $2M for the design and construction of a fire department training facility. The City has allocated approximately 16.60? between Highway 21 and the San Marcos Regional Airport upon which to construct the project. It is imperative as the first step to develop a Master Plan that accounts for proper ingress/egress for that facility, as well as the necessary infrastructure for initial and future phases of the training facility, itself.
Based on extensive research and evaluation of other professional firms, Abercrombie Planning & Design is the most highly qualified and possesses the experience and expertise needed to provide master planning services for the future fire training facility. With the assistance of our owner's representative, Jacobs, the City has negotiated a fair and reasonable price with Abercrombie for the amount not to exceed $58,600.
Recommendation:
Award a contrac...
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