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 19102MF12U01
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Ward, Getz & Associates, PLLP
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County's M/WBE Program
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to execute a professional services agreement with Ward, Getz & Associates, PLLP in the amount of $66,363.00, for Professional Engineering Services in connection with Sterling Forest Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018, UPIN 19102MF12U01, Precinct 2. Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - project was awarded prior to launch of County's M/WBE Program.
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Background and Discussion:
The residents have experienced structural flooding during several recent flood events. Approximately 264 homes were reported to have flooded during Hurricane Harvey. The purpose of this project is to reduce flooding in the subdivision. The scope of work is to conduct a preliminary model assessment of storm flow patterns and inundation of ponding using conservative assumptions of existing drainage features.
Expected Impact:
Approving this new agreement will provide the drainage patterns for the overall evaluation of improvements needed for the Sterling Forest Subdivision, as only two sections have been constructed at this time.
Alternative Options:
The County could elect to fund the requested task or choose to reject it. However, the study is needed to complete the subsequent phases for flood reduction improvements in the subdivision.
Alignment with Goal(s):
_ Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
_ Public Health
X Transportation
X Flooding
_ Environment
_ Governanc...
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