FROM:
Engineering
SUBJECT:
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Approve a Task Order for Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing Services for the Downtown West Parking Structure Project.
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RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Task Order in a not-to-exceed amount of $321,478.00 with Ninyo & Moore Geotechnical and Environmental Sciences Consultants, Inc. for Geotechnical Engineering and Material Testing Services for the Downtown West Parking Structure Project, Request for Proposals SQ-87-DE-19-88.
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute future individual Task Order Amendments not exceeding $100,000.00 for the Downtown West Parking Structure Project.
3. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute any and all utility agreements, utility easements, and any related items on behalf of the City of Fontana for the Downtown West Parking Structure Project
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COUNCIL GOALS:
• To enhance the local environment for future generations and create a healthy economic and environmental future by adopting policies that promote compact and efficient development in new and existing communities.
• To invest in the City’s infrastructure (streets, sewers, parks, etc.) by maintaining and improving the City's existing infrastructure.
• To invest in the City’s infrastructure (streets, sewers, parks, etc.) by providing for the development of new infrastructure.
DISCUSSION:
The proposed project is to be constructed in the area bound by Arrow Blvd to the south, by Nuevo Ave to the west, and by an alley to the east which will span across 3 parcels. In general, the project will consist of the demolition of existing commercial buildings within the project limits and the construction of a proposed multi-tier parking structure. The proposed parking structure is envisioned to have a footprint of approximately 150 feet by 300 feet and contain a minimum of 400 parking spaces. The intent of the structure is to serve the planned Downtown area which is to be revitalized.
Staff solicited a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing Services by notifying firms through the Purchasing Office. Six (6) prospective firms downloaded the RFP documents. On March 28, 2024, proposals were received from four (4) firms interested in providing geotechnical engineering and materials testing services for the project.
The Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) for Engineering Services where vendor’s qualifications are evaluated and the most qualified vendor is selected, subject to negotiation of a fair and reasonable price. After completion of the evaluation process, the Engineering staff recommends that the City Council approve a Task Order Agreement in the amount of $321,478.00 with Ninyo & Moore Geotechnical and Environmental Sciences Consultants, Inc. for Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing Services for the Downtown West Parking Structure Project. Proposals were evaluated and ranked in accordance with City policies and procedures. The fees ranged from $196,856 to $321,478.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The fiscal impact associated with the approval of this item is $321,478.00 for the full term of the project and is included in the current FY 2023-24 budget in 37600067-601, Capital Reinvestment
MOTION:
Approve staff recommendation.