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Resolution to Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Fishbeck for Engineering and Parking Consulting Services for the Liberty Square Stair Project
Memorandum
Background: The DDA operates with a small staff, which requires consulting for necessary services, including construction engineering and project administration. The DDA's current as-needed engineering services and construction engineering support contract is with Fishbeck. Fishbeck was selected by the DDA in 2021 following a Request for Proposal process.
Overview & Scope: Attached for your consideration is a resolution to approve a professional services agreement with Fishbeck for engineering and parking consulting services for an upcoming project at Liberty Square. The Liberty Square parking structure is a component unit of a larger condominium. The City and a private owner are condominium members, the DDA is involved as the entity responsible for parking facility operation and maintenance on behalf of the City. We are pursuing a major repair project in the Liberty Square stairwells. Project scope, timing, and funding are being developed, but approving this proposal with Fishbeck is a crucial first step and will allow us to proceed with the work as the other elements are confirmed. At a minimum the scope will include replacement of the stair treads and landings but may also include items such as mechanical systems, windows, doors, and painting.
The proposal for $128,500.00 includes the following scope of work:
1) Design Development
2) Construction Documents
3) Bidding
4) Construction Administration Office
5) Construction Administration Field
Prepared by: Jada Hahlbrock, Parking Manager
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Whereas, The DDA mission is to strengthen the downtown area and attract new private investments, and it manages the public parking system as a means to help it accomplish its mission;
Whereas, Annually the DDA undertakes necessary repairs to keep the facilities in good condition;
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