Department: County Engineer
Department Head/Elected Official: Milton Rahman, PhD, P.E., PMP, CFM, ENV SP, County Engineer
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): UPIN 24104MF3CU01
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): AUTOARCH Architects, LLC
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 19.60%
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal is not 0% and is listed above
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to execute an agreement with AUTOARCH Architects, LLC in the amount of $194,000.00 for architectural and engineering services in connection with 1001 Preston - 9th Floor Precinct 4 Office Renovation - 2024, UPIN 24104MF3CU01, Precinct 1, MWDBE Contracted Goal: 19.60%.
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Background and Discussion:
Office of County Engineer obtained approval to negotiate with AUTOARCH Architects, LLC for professional architectural and engineering design services required for interior construction of Precinct 4 office suite at 1001 Preston St., Houston, Texas 77002.
This project includes the renovation of approximately 2,900 square feet of existing office space. AutoARCH, LLC will provide architectural and engineering design services for new finishes, furniture, equipment, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, network, and security systems.
Expected Impact:
The approval of this agreement will allow the firm to conduct the necessary design for the construction to the existing spaces to provide Precinct 4 with an energy efficient working environment that meets the most current facility guidelines and standards while maximizing the use of the existing limited space.
Alternative Options:
Alternative option for this project would be for Precinct 4 staff to remain occupying the existing office suite without the renovations and requiring constant repairs and maintenance due to outdated mechanical and
electrical systems.
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