Title
Airport South Crossfield Taxiway Project
Action
Action:
A. Approve a contract in the amount of $14,505,649 with WSP USA, Inc for design services of the South Crossfield Taxiway project, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to amend the contract consistent with the purpose for which the contract was approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Brett, Cagle, Aviation
Jack Christine, Aviation
Explanation
§ The South Crossfield Taxiway Project will increase airfield operational efficiency with the construction of a new cross-field taxiway connecting the center and eastern-most runway. In addition, this project includes the extension of Taxiway F and the relocation of existing de-icing pads from the cargo area to the south end of the center runway.
§ This contract will include surveying, geotechnical investigation, utility coordination, environmental and storm water permitting, engineering, and construction bidding.
§ On June 17, 2018, the City issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ); four proposals were received.
§ WSP USA, Inc 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.
§ This activity is occurring on airport property (Council District 3).
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
The City negotiates subcontracting participation after the firm is selected for this services contract.
WSP USA, Inc. has committed 18.72% ($2,715,348.31) of the total contract amount to the following certified firms:
§ Walls Engineering (DBE) ($1,049,287.59) (airfield electrical)
§ Eden & Associates (DBE) ($560,098.15) (earthwork)
§ RDM International (DBE) ($498,946.76) (pavement design)
§ CES Group Engineers (DBE) ($280,000) (surveying)
§ Connico, Inc. (DBE) ($220,024.13) (cost estimation)
§ MA Engineering (DBE) ($106,991.68) (utility exploration)
Fiscal Note
Funding: Aviation Community Investment Plan