AGENDA CAPTION:
Title
Consider approval of Resolution 2020-236R, approving the renewal of the agreement with Cuda Conservation, LLC for invasive plant removal from the San Marcos River to include an increase in the annual amount to $39,520.75 and authorizing one additional one-year term; authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute appropriate documents related to the renewal on behalf of the City; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: November 4, 2020
Department: Engineering and Capital Improvements, Laurie Moyer, Director (by Lynda Williams, Purchasing Manager)
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $39,520.75
Account Number: Multiple
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Account Name: Maintenance
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Prior Council Action: None
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Background Information:
In December 2017 a formal solicitation was issued for Removal of Invasive Plants in Riparian Buffer in the San Marcos River. Cuda Conservation was awarded the contract from January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2018, with four (4) one year renewal options.
The contract includes an increase of 1.3%, according to the 2020 Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners & Clerical Workers as published by the US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics. Increasing the annual contract amount for 2021 to $39,520.75.
The subsequent renewals of this contract increased the amount to over $50,000 and therefore must be approved by the City Council.
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Recommendation:
Staff recommends renewal of contract 218-003 Removal of Invasive Plants in Riparian Buffer for an annual amount of $39,520.75.