FROM: James D. Herberg, General Manager
Originator: Kathy Millea, Director of Engineering
SUBJECT:
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SUNFLOWER AND RED HILL INTERCEPTOR REPAIRS, PROJECT NO. 7-66
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GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
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RECOMMENDATION: Recommend to the Board of Directors to:
A. Approve a Professional Construction Services Agreement with GHD, Inc. to provide construction support services for Sunflower and Red Hill Interceptor Repairs, Project No. 7-66, for an amount not to exceed $166,000; and
B. Approve a contingency of $16,600 (10%).
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BACKGROUND
GHD, Inc. was selected as part of a competitive, qualifications-based solicitation process to design the Sunflower and Red Hill Interceptor Repairs, Project No. 7-66. At the time of the solicitation, the Orange County Sanitation District (OC San) documented its intent to award a subsequent agreement to the design consultant for continuation of engineering services during construction.
This project will award a construction contract for the Sunflower and Red Hill Interceptor Repairs, Project No. 7-66. The work will repair PVC liner failures within a 6,000-foot section of the Sunflower and Red Hill Interceptors. This work will reduce the risk of a sewage spill, pipeline failure, and extend the useful life of the assets.
RELEVANT STANDARDS
* Comply with California Government Code Section 4526 to engage the best qualified firm "on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications" and "negotiate fair and reasonable fees"
* Ensure the public's money is wisely spent
PROBLEM
This project requires the design consultant to provide as-needed services during construction including submittal review, responding to the Contractor's requests for information, reviewing construction change orders, participating in meetings, attending site visits, and preparing record drawings.
PROPOSED SOLUTION
Award a Professional Construction Support Services Agreement with the design consultant, GHD, I...
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