Title
Utility Coordination Services
Action
Action:
A. Approve unit price contracts with the following companies for utility coordination services for an initial term of three years:
- STV Incorporated dba: STV Engineers Inc,
- Utility Coordination Consultants Inc (SBE),
- Volkert Inc, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contracts for up to two, one-year terms with possible price adjustments and to amend the contracts consistent with the purpose for which the contracts were approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Angela Charles, Charlotte Water
Mike Davis, Storm Water Services
Explanation
§ These contracts will provide for coordination between the City and private utility companies and assist with resolving locational conflicts associated with storm drainage projects.
§ When private utility relocation is necessary to resolve locational conflicts for storm drainage installation, these contracts will provide coordination of the relocation needs.
§ On October 6, 2021, the City issued a Request for Proposals (RFP); eight responses were received.
§ The companies selected best meet the City’s needs in terms of qualifications, experience, cost, and responsiveness to RFP requirements.
§ Annual aggregate expenditures are estimated to be $600,000.
Charlotte Business INClusion
Utility Coordination Consultants, Inc. is a City-certified SBE.
Per the Charlotte Business INClusion Policy: Part C: Section 2.1(a) The City shall not establish subcontracting goals for contracts where: (a) there are no subcontracting opportunities identified for the contract; or (b) there are no MWBEs or SBEs certified to perform the scopes of work that the City regards as realistic opportunities for subcontracting.
This contract meets the provisions of (a) - No subcontracting opportunities.
Fiscal Note
Funding: Storm Water Capital Investment Plan