PILLAR: Core
AGENDA DATE: April 22, 2026
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): 2, 9
DEPARTMENT: Office of Procurement Services
PRIORITY: Comprehensive and Land Use
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a one-year service contract for multimodal connectivity and economic opportunity study for Garland Road Next Generation Planning for the Department of Transportation and Public Works - GRESHAM SMITH, most advantageous proposer of two - Not to exceed $995,000.00 - Financing: FY24 EDI Community Project Funding-Garland Road Project Fund
*In alignment with Thoroughfare Plan.
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BACKGROUND
This action does not encumber funds; the purpose of a service contract is to establish firm pricing for services, for a specific term, which are ordered on an as needed basis.
This service contract will provide for multimodal connectivity and economic opportunity study for Garland Road Next Generation Planning for the Department of Transportation and Public Works. This study will evaluate existing and future land use conditions and integrate multimodal transportation system operations along the Garland Road corridor, from the Garland, Gaston, and Grand intersection to Interstate Highway 635. These services will enhance connectivity and accessibility for pedestrians, bicyclists, and public transit users, while guiding future development and infrastructure improvements to support safe, efficient, and equitable mobility within the corridor.
A four-member committee from the following departments reviewed and evaluated the qualifications:
* Department of Planning and Development (1)
* Department of Transportation and Public Works (2)
* Office of Economic Development (1)
The committee selected the successful respondent on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications under the following criteria:
* Stakeholder Coordination 30 points
* Connectivity 25 points
* Transportation and Land Use 20 points
* Project ...
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