Title
Authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute an architectural services design contract with Brown Reynolds Watford Architects, Inc., for the design of the new Fire Station No. 4 in an amount not to exceed $558,000.00.
Body
Brown Reynolds Watford Architects, Inc., (BRW) submitted a proposal for professional architectural services for the design of the new Mesquite Fire Station No. 4. The general scope includes: locating the building on a newly acquired site adjacent to the current Fire Station No. 4, developing a conceptual design for the new fire station, assisting the City with the selection of a Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR), working with the CMaR through the design development phase of the project, developing final construction documents, and representing the City during the construction process. The base fee of the contract is $480,000.00 with additional fees for professional services such as the geotechnical survey, landscape design, and third party commissioning and review. Also included in the not to exceed amount is an $18,000.00 reimbursable expense allowance.
Financial Implications
The project budget for the replacement of Fire Station No. 4 is $7.23 million and will be used to pay the $558,000.00 architectural fee.
Recommended/Desired Action
Staff recommends that the City Manager be authorized to finalize and execute a contract with Brown Reynolds Watford Architects, Inc.
Attachment(s)
BRW Proposal
Drafter
Mark Kerby
Head of Department
Mark Kerby