Title
Engineering Services for Reclaimed Water Systems
Action
Action:
Approve a contract in the amount of $901,818 to Garver, LLC for engineering services for reclaimed water systems.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Angela Charles, Charlotte Water
David Czerr, Charlotte Water
Chuck Bliss, Charlotte Water
Explanation
§ This contract will provide project management, system evaluation, design development, and permitting for improvements to the reclaimed water systems at Mallard Creek Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) in Council District 4.
§ On July 12, 2025, the city issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ); three responses were received.
§ Garver, LLC is the best qualified firm to meet the city’s needs on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualification of professional services in response to the RFQ requirements.
§ The project is anticipated to be complete by the first quarter of 2027.
Charlotte Business INClusion
The city negotiates subcontracting participation after the proposal selection process. Garver, LLC has committed 14.16% ($127,730) of the total contract to the following certified firm(s):
§ Southeastern Consulting Engineers, Inc. (SBE) ($96,000) (electrical engineering)
§ The Survey Company, Inc. (SBE) ($18,750) (site & SUE)
§ Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (MBE) ($12,980) (geotechnical & materials testing services)
Fiscal Note
Funding: Charlotte Water Capital Investment Plan