Item 5GItem 5G
Authorize a professional services agreement with RPGA Design Group, Inc. for the design and construction of a centrally located DPS facility.
Item 5G.
Consider entering into a professional services agreement with RPGA Design Group, Inc. for design and construction administration of a new centrally located Department of Public Safety
facility.
Professional Services Agreement with RPGA Design Group
Professional services include in general the following:
needs assessment/ programming
schematic design
construction documentation and specifications
cost estimation
assistance in pre-bid and pre-construction meetings
construction administration to include pay submittal review and progress analysis
shop drawing review
clarification of construction issues as needed.
Professional Services Agreement with RPGA Design Group
RPGA Design Group:
recommended based on prior work on the planned north DPS facility
originally selected to perform programming and design of north DPS facility
RPGA Design Group demonstrated good presentation and communication skills, strong desire to work with City officials, and professional plans resulting in a well designed project
Well known firm in the Dallas/Fort Worth area
Professional Services Agreement with RPGA Design Group
Project cost ($1,668,000)
Needs assessment, surveys, environmental studies - $103,000
Architectural/ Engineering design expenses - $1,046,000
Technology related services - $364,000
Contingency fund - $155,000
Professional Services Agreement with RPGA Design Group
Initial funding available as part of amended FY 2005-06 CCPD budget for DPS facility design. Remaining balance to be funded in upcoming CCPD budgets.
Crime Control Board recommended approval (7-0) at their May 3, 2006 meeting
Representatives with the RPGA Design Group are available
Staff available for questions and seeks Council direction