SUBJECT
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Consideration for approval of Amendment No. 1, and increase in the amount of $263,165.38 to the professional services contract with Sepulveda Associates Architects, Inc., Laredo, Texas for El Metro Transit Center Building Enhancements Project, which will include final architectural, mechanical, electrical, and structural services. Current contract amount with this amendment is $341,373.73. Funding is available in the 2019 Certificate of Obligation Bond.
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VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Strong
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
Policy 8.1.3 - Maintain and upgrade transit facilities to improve comfort, safety, and accessibility for all users.
Policy 8.1.2 - Ensure public transportation infrastructure is well-maintained and adequately resourced.
Policy 6.22.4 - Design and build city facilities that are resource-efficient, sustainable, and promote long-term cost savings.
Summary of alignment:
The El Metro Transit Center Building Enhancements Project demonstrates strong alignment with the Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan through its direct focus on improving one of the City’s core public transportation facilities. The architectural and engineering services will lead to comply with building codes and safety for transit users while aligning with the broader goals of sustainable infrastructure investment and equity in mobility.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
On March 17, 2025, City Council approved to award professional services contract to Sepulveda Associates Architects, Inc., Laredo, Texas in the amount not to exceed $78,208.35 for City of Laredo El Metro Transit Center Building Assessment Study located at 1319 Farragut Street for basic architectural and engineering services. Funding is available in the Transit System-2019 Certificate of Obligation Bond.
BACKGROUND
The SAA, Inc. team will conduct onsite detailed visual documentation to determine the final architectural, mechanical - electrical scope for the preparation of the final bid package to obtain formal competitive bids for the execution of the scope of work through a qualified bonded general contractor.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
recommendation
Approval of this motion.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2025
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: 2019 Certificate of Obligation Bond.
Account #: 518-9874-583-5526
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N:
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding is available in the 2019 Certificate of Obligation Bond.
Account: 518-9874-583-5526