SUBJECT
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Consideration to award a professional services contract to JHS Architect, Laredo, Texas in the amount not to exceed $425,050.00 for RFQ FY26-ENG-20 Center for the Arts Renovation Project for architectural and engineering professional services. Funding is available in the 2025 Certificate of Obligation Bond.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
On July 27, 2026, City Council approved of the selection of the top ranked consultant for the RFQ FY26-ENG-20 Center for the Arts Renovation; and authorization to negotiate a professional services contract. A total of (9) firms responded to the request for qualifications on Thursday, April 30, 2026, and the top (3) firms presented on Thursday, May 28, 2026 and June 18, 2026. The committee recommends the selection of the top ranked consultant JHS Architect, Laredo, Texas.
BACKGROUND
The City of Laredo is seeking to receive statement of qualifications (SOQ’s) from qualified firms interested in providing professional services for the complete renovation of Laredo Center for the Arts and adjacent commercial suites including flooring, windows, painting, electrical, HVAC, roofing and necessary commercial improvements for fire and occupancy requirements as well as Historic District Board compliance.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Approval of this motion.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2027
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: 2025 CO Bond
Account #: 478-3510-555-201
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding is available in the 2025 Certificate of Obligation Bond.
Account #478-3510-555-9201, project #PA2610