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Consideration for approval of the selection and short list of the respondents for Request for Qualifications (RFQ) FY24-ENG-52-C Construction Management At-Risk Service for the Plaza Theatre Preservation and Restoration Project; and authorization to proceed with Step 2 Request for Proposals (RFP) from the selected respondents. A total of (5) firms responded to the Request for Qualifications on Thursday, July 16, 2026. The evaluation committee recommends the selection of Leyendecker Construction of Texas, Laredo, Texas; Stoddard Enterprise, LLC, Spring Branch, TX; and Midas Contractors, LLC, Laredo, Texas to submit Request for Proposals for Step 2. There is no financial impact at this time.
1. Leyendecker Construction of Texas, Laredo, Texas
2. Stoddard Enterprise, LLC, Spring Branch, TX
3. Midas Contractors, LLC, Laredo, Texas
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
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BACKGROUND
Scope of work including but not limited to the following:
Preconstruction Services: The CMAR will work with the Architect and the City during the design process to ensure the feasibility and constructability of the Plaza Theatre. The CMAR will also be responsible for cost estimates during both the schematic and design development phases of the project. The CMAR will work with the Architect and City to ensure that the cost of construction of the Project is within the estimated Construction Budget through the selection of construction systems and materials, detailed CSI format cost estimating, scheduling, and other means. The CMAR will also review the project schedule, and identify critical path and long lead items. Upon the completion of the design development phase and prior to the completion of the 100% set of construction documents, the CMAR will submit a proposal of a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for the construction of the Project, which is within the City’s Construction Budget.
Bidding Services: Should the City exercise its option, the CMAR will serve as General Contractor to complete all work for the bidding and construction of the project. The CMAR will be responsible for coordination of all bids, advertisement and solicitation, bid procurement, selection of sub-consultants or trade contractors as outlined in Texas Government Code Chapter 2269. CMAR will also be responsible for issuance of pre-purchase orders for long lead items, if required.
Construction Services: Should the City exercise its option, the CMAR will serve as General Contractor to complete all work for the construction of the Project. The scope of Construction services will be determined based on the final Drawings and Specifications but may include, but not be limited to, one or more of the following areas of work:
• selective demolition of existing interior construction and finishes,
• preservation and restoration of historic murals and ornamental plaster,
• interior reconstruction and renovation of theater spaces,
• conversion of the existing sloped theater floor to a flat floor configuration,
• removal and replacement of existing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems,
• restoration and reuse of select historic fixtures and architectural elements where indicated,
• construction of a new adjacent infill structure containing vertical circulation, restroom facilities, and associated support spaces,
• new structural work associated with renovation and infill construction,
• interior build-out, finishes ceilings, doors, hardware, and millwork as indicated in the drawings,
• limited work in deferred areas designated for future operation build-out, and
• any other requirements set out in the Contract Documents
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Approval of this motion.
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Fiscal Impact
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Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no financial impact at this time.