SUBJECT
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Consideration for approval of amendment no.1 an increase of $430,770.00 for a professional services contract with Slay Architecture, Laredo, Texas for the FY24-ENG-54 Juarez Lincoln International Bridge II Building Renovations. This amendment no.1 is to provide architectural and engineering services. Current contract amount with this amendment is $527,340.00. Funding is available in the Bridge Construction Fund.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
On May 19, 2025, City Council approved to award a professional services contract to Slay Architecture, Laredo, Texas in the amount not to exceed $96,570.00 for FY24-ENG-54 Juarez Lincoln International Bridge II Building Renovations for the architectural and engineering services of International Bridge II located at Zaragoza and Santa Ursula Streets. Funding is available in the Bridge Construction Fund.
On November 16, 2020, City Council approved of the selection of consultant for RFQ FY20-ENG-014 - General Architectural Services for Existing Building, Facilities, Other Amenities and Propose Construction Projects FY202-2021 & FY2021-2022 and authorization to negotiate a professional services contract for each respective project assigned on a rotation basis. Professional Service Agreements will be issued per project upon funding available for a one (1) year term with one (1) option for a one (1) year renewal for a total term of two (2) years. Consultant work performance/services will be monitored in accordance with the established guidelines and any deficiencies may result in removal from the rotation list.
BACKGROUND
Providing an assessment of the existing building and site located at Zaragoza and Santa Ursula Streets in Laredo, Texas. Possibility to move to Phase II for design renovations/ additions.
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VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Strong
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
Policy 4.11.1 "Invest in improvements to international bridge facilities and supporting infrastructure to strengthen ...
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