STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Quality of Life
AGENDA DATE: October 13, 2021
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): All
DEPARTMENT: Park & Recreation Department
EXECUTIVE: John D. Jenkins
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SUBJECT
Title
Authorize the professional services contract with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for pedestrian bridges condition assessments; performing routine inspections; developing standard inspection reports; creating ArcGIS online database; and developing spatial data for the 123 pedestrian bridges under the Park & Recreation Department - Not to exceed $201,980.00 - Financing: General Fund
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BACKGROUND
This action will authorize a professional services contract with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for the condition assessment of pedestrian bridges under the Park & Recreation Department.
The project includes an inspection program of the 123 pedestrian bridges within the Dallas Park system. The consultant will prepare an inspection schedule based on the current condition and will perform visual inspections of each of 123 pedestrian bridges based on NBIS and Texas Department of Transportation standards, documenting any signs of spalls, cracking, movement and settlement, distortion, corrosion or distress with photographs and notes, areas requiring more in depth inspection beyond visual observation and any recommended repair will be identified, special services to create ArcGIS online database, develop complete inspection report with recommendations for the bridge repair.
ESTIMATED SCHEDULE OF PROJECT
Begin Inspection November 2021
Complete Inspection November 2023
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
On September 15, 2021, the Park and Recreation Board authorized a professional services contract with Freese and Nichols, Inc.
FISCAL INFORMATION
Fund
FY 2021
FY 2022
Future Years
General Fund
$201,980.00
$0.00
$0.00
M/WBE INFORMATION
In accordance with the City's Business Inclusion and Development Policy adopted on S...
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