SUBJECT
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Ratifying the action of the City Manager to select SWCA Environmental Consultants as the most qualified candidate for RFQ FY25-077 in the amount of $140,540.00 for the preparation of environment & archaeological surveys for the Northwest River Sewer Collector. These professional environmental & archaeological services provide natural and cultural resources field surveys, reporting, and permit support services for a future sewer line collector installation. The term of the contract shall not exceed twelve months beginning on the date of its execution. Funding is available in the Sewer System Fund - 2022 Sewer Revenue Bond.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
Approved on 12/1/25.
BACKGROUND
On August 01, 2025, the City of Laredo advertised a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a professional environmental & archaeological service. Following the evaluation process, SWCA Environmental Consultants received the highest score among the qualified firms. The selected firm will provide the city with a natural and cultural resources field surveys, reporting, and permit support services for the Northwest River Sewer Collector Project.
VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: N/A
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies): N/A
Summary of alignment: N/A
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
None
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Approve this motion.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2026
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: 2022 Sewer Revenue Bond
Account #: 559-9879-535-9301
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding is available in the 2022 Sewer Revenue Fund Acct. No.559-9879-535-9301 Project ID: SW1801