REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
April 23, 2020
FROM: SCOTT L. MOZIER, PE, Director
Public Works Department
THROUGH: RANDALL W. MORRISON, PE, Assistant Director
Public Works Department, Engineering Division
BY: JOHN HONEY, PE, Professional Engineer
Public Works Department
SUBJECT
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Approve an agreement for engineering services with DeWalt Corporation of Bakersfield, California for $389,000 plus $30,000 as a contingency for design and construction support services for the Transformative Climate Communities (TCC) Chinatown Urban Greening Project (Council District 3)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council approve an agreement for engineering services with DeWalt Corporation for $389,000 plus $30,000 as a contingency for the design and construction support phases of the Chinatown Urban Greening Project and authorize the Public Works Director, or designee, to execute the agreement on behalf of the City of Fresno (City).
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
As a part of the approved Master Grant Agreement with the Strategic Growth Council (SGC) for development and implementation of greenhouse gas emissions reduction projects in the amount of $66,500,000, the City advertised a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for engineering services to prepare construction documents and community engagement for the Chinatown Urban Greening Project. The Project will improve pedestrian facilities and install lighting and greening improvements in Chinatown including curb ramps, sidewalk repairs, trees, street lights, and permeable paving in China Alley. Improvements will be constructed on F Street, Kern Street, Mariposa Street, as well as China Alley. The subject consultant agreement in the amount of $389,000 plus $30,000 as a contingency will facilitate the design, community engagement, and construction support services necessary to complete the project.
BACKGROUND
The Transformative Climate Communities (TCC) Grant Program was established by Assembly Bill (AB) 272...
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