Title
Storm Water Services GIS Inventory Data Collection
Action
Action:
A. Approve a contract for $1,800,000 with ESP Associates, Inc. for Storm Water Services GIS inventory data collection, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to amend the contract consistent with the purpose for which the contract was approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Phil Reiger, General Services
Kruti Desai, General Services
Kate Labadorf, General Services
Explanation
§ This contract will provide GIS inventory of the storm drainage infrastructure including structures, pipes, and open drainage systems within city limits.
§ A complete drainage inventory is a critical component of asset management and the Storm Water Services’ drainage improvement program. Approximately 60 percent of the drainage system has been inventoried.
§ On April 8, 2019, the city issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ); 13 responses were received.
§ ESP Associates, 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.
Charlotte Business INClusion
The city negotiates subcontracting participation after the firm is selected for this services contract (Part C: Section 2.1(h) of the Charlotte Business INClusion Policy). ESP Associates, Inc. has committed 10% ($180,000) of the contract amount to the following certified firm:
• Capstone Civil Engineering, Inc. (MBE, SBE) ($180,000) (surveying)
Fiscal Note
Funding: Storm Water Operating Budget
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