Title
Eastway - Shamrock Intersection Project
Action
Action:
A. Approve a contract in the amount of $1,335,300 with AECOM Technical Services of North Carolina, Inc. for design services for the Eastway - Shamrock Intersection Project, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to amend the contract consistent with the purpose for which the contract was approved.
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Staff Resource(s):
Phil Reiger, General Services
Jennifer Smith, General Services
Veronica Wallace, General Services
Explanation
* This project will reconstruct the intersection of Eastway Drive and Shamrock Drive to provide a more safe and efficient intersection for vehicles, pedestrians, and bicyclists located in Council District 1.
* Design services under this contract will include, but are not limited to, traffic analysis, geotechnical analysis, utility coordination, preliminary and final roadway design, permitting and construction administration.
* On October 8, 2021, the city issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ); nine submittals were received.
* AECOM Technical Services, of North Carolina, Inc. is the best qualified firm to meet the city's needs based on demonstrated competence and qualification of professional services in response to the RFQ requirements.
* The project has completed Advanced Planning; design and construction are being funded with 2022 and 2024 Bonds.
Charlotte Business INClusion
The city negotiates subcontracting participation after the proposal selection process (Part C: Section 2.1(h) of the Charlotte Business INClusion Policy). AECOM Technical Services, of North Carolina, Inc. has committed 16.52% ($220,559) of the total contract amount to the following certified firms:
* Vivid Earth Design (SBE) ($14,525) (geotechnical)
* Stewart Engineering Inc. (MBE) ($98,342) (engineering consulting)
* Utility Coordination Consultants (SBE) ($92,050) (utility location)
* Zaja PR (SBE, MBE) ($15,642) (community engagement)
Fiscal Note
Funding: General Capital Investment Plan
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