STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Quality of Life
AGENDA DATE: September 9, 2020
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): 6
DEPARTMENT: Park & Recreation Department
EXECUTIVE: John D. Jenkins
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SUBJECT
Title
Authorize a professional services contract with GEE Consultants, Inc. for construction materials inspection and testing services for the Aquatics Phase 2 Project at Bachman Regional Aquatic Center located at 2750 Bachman Drive - Not to exceed $77,320.25 - Financing: Park and Recreation Facilities (B) Funds (2017 General Obligation Bond Funds)
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BACKGROUND
On June 24, 2020, City Council authorized a construction contract with The Fain Group, Inc. for the construction of the Aquatics Phase 2 Project at Bachman Regional Aquatic Center located at 2750 Bachman Drive, in an amount not to exceed $7,158,650.00, by Resolution No. 20-1021.
The construction to be performed by The Fain Group, must be supported by an independent testing lab for construction testing and inspections. This action will authorize a professional services contract with GEE Consultants, Inc. for construction materials inspection testing services for the purpose of ensuring compliance with the specifications regarding site preparation, subgrade condition and compaction, concrete, mortar, reinforcing steel and welding for the Bachman Regional Aquatic Center located at 2750 Bachman Drive, in an amount not to exceed $77,320.25.
ESTIMATED SCHEDULE OF PROJECT
Began Design July 2018
Completed Design December 2019
Begin Construction September 2020
Complete Construction May 2021
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
On August 20, 2020, the Park and Recreation Board authorized a professional services contract with GEE Consultants, Inc. for construction materials inspection and testing services for the Aquatics Phase 2 Project at Bachman Regional Aquatic Center located at 2750 Bachman Drive.
FISCAL INFORMATION
|
Fund |
FY 2020 |
FY 2021 |
Future Years |
|
Park and Recreation Facilities (B) Funds (2017 General Obligation Bond Funds) |
$77,320.25 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |
M/WBE INFORMATION
In accordance with the City’s Business Inclusion and Development Plan adopted on October 22, 2008, by Resolution No. 08-2826, as amended, the M/WBE participation on this contract is as follows:
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Contract Amount |
Category |
M/WBE Goal |
M/WBE % |
M/WBE $ |
|
$77,320.25 |
Professional Services |
36.30% |
25.67% |
$19,850.00 |
|
• This contract does not meet the M/WBE goal, but complies with good faith efforts. |
|
• GEE Consultants, Inc. - Local; Workforce - 9.09% Local |
PROCUREMENT INFORMATION
In accordance with the City of Dallas Administrative Directive 4-5 procurement guidelines, GEE Consultants, Inc. was selected as the most qualified consultant for this project.
OWNER
GEE Consultants, Inc.
Richard Gee, President
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