Title
SW 62nd Blvd Reconstruction (B)
Explanation
This item is to obtain approval for the Design Scope and Fee Proposal as it relates to the SW 62nd Blvd Reconstruction project between SW 20th Avenue and Newberry Road. Background - The SW 62nd Blvd project proposed to reconstruct the roadway between SW 20th Avenue and Newberry Road as included in the City Manager’s Proposed Budget FY 2018 and 2019 for Fund 341.
Analysis - The asphalt pavement in on the SW 62nd Blvd corridor within the project limits has failed beyond minor treatment methods. It is in the best interest of the City to reconstruct the pavement as soon as possible. The preferred procurement method is to supplement the existing contract with HNTB to include this scope of work. HNTB is uniquely qualified in that they possess years of experience in evaluating this corridor in preparation of the associated Project Development and Environmental report. Additionally, the Project Manager from HNTB has extensive experience with “Smart Plans”, a type of construction drawing that expedites design to allow for the failing pavement to be corrected sooner than traditional construction drawings.
Alternatively, the City could prepare a Request for Qualifications document to procure these services. This is not preferred as it would add approximately 4 months to the project.
Fiscal Note
There is $2,679,200 available in Fund 341 as approved in the City Manager’s Budget for FY 2018 and FY 2019. The scope and fee proposal from HNTB is for an amount of $357,313.27.
Recommendation
The City Commission: 1) approve the Design Scope and Fee Proposal from HNTB 2) authorize the City Manager (or designee) to execute any related documents, subject to approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality; and 3) issue a purchase order in an amount not to exceed $357,313.27.