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Item 4K MemoItem 4K Page 1 of 2 M E M O R A N D U M (December 1, 2020) To: Shana Yelverton, City Manager From: Rob Cohen, Director of Public Works Subject: Approve an Architectural/Engineering Services Agreement with RPGA Design Group, Inc. (RPGA) to provide design services for the Southlake Municipal Service Center an amount not to exceed $2,000,000. Action Requested: Approve an Architectural/Engineering Services Agreement with RPGA Design Group, Inc. (RPGA) to provide design services for the Southlake Municipal Service Center an amount not to exceed $2,000,000. Background Information: The current Service Center facility, located on East Continental Boulevard, is in close proximity to residents, thus limiting the use of the entire equipment yard footprint for operations and storage. The City has recently acquired property located at Brumlow Avenue for the new Service Center facility. The future use of the current Service Center site is to be determined upon direction from Council. The Brumlow Avenue property will allow for a larger Service Center facility and equipment yard, to accommodate the Public Works Department, as well as other City divisions. The property is also in closer proximity to other industrial sites and away from residential properties than the current location, reducing potential noise and disturbances. The scope of services includes validate/update existing building programming (Municipal Service Center and yard layout), assist with the selection of a general contractor, structural engineering, all site and building engineering, topographic and utility surveying, environmental assessment, and construction phase services. Financial Considerations: Funding for this agreement is budgeted as part of the approved Capital Improvement Program. This agreement is within the project budget. Item 4K Page 2 of 2 Strategic Link: This item links to the City’s Strategy Map strategic focus areas of Safety & Security, Infrastructure, and Performance Management & Service Delivery. It specifically relates to the City’s Corporate Objectives, C1: Achieve The Highest Standards Of Safety & Security, and F2: Invest To Provide & Maintain High Quality Public Assets. The Critical Business Outcome is, CBO3: Engage In Thoughtful Planning To Ensure Continued High Quality Development That Is Integrated Well Into The Current Built Environment. Citizen Input/ Board Review: None. Legal Review: The proposed agreement is an AIA B133 contract that the City Attorney has reviewed and approved. Alternatives: The City Council may approve or deny the agreement. Staff Recommendation: Approve an Architectural/Engineering Services Agreement with RPGA Design Group, Inc. (RPGA) to provide design services for the Southlake Municipal Service Center an amount not to exceed $2,000,000. Supporting Documents: Attachment A: Architectural/Engineering Services Agreement Staff Contact: Rob Cohen, Director of Public Works Hunter Harris, Project Manager