Department: County Engineer
Department Head/Elected Official: Milton Rahman, PhD, P.E., PMP, CFM, County Engineer
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): UPIN 23103MF2QC01
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc.
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 20%
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): 18.441%
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 Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc., in the amount of $1,268,218.00, for Professional Engineering Services to provide improvements to Tanner Road from West Sam Houston Parkway North Frontage to Triway Lane, UPIN 23103MF2QC01, Precinct 3, MWDBE Contracted Goal 20%, MWDBE Current Participation 18.441%.
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Background and Discussion:
The County engaged Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. in 2022, and now seeks Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. to facilitate the study and design of a standard four (4) lane concrete boulevard. The goal of studying and designing Tanner Rd - from W. Sam Houston Pkwy N frontage to Triway Ln. is to replace the existing 2-lane asphalt roadway with a 4-lane concrete boulevard and improve mobility in the area. Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. is qualified to perform these professional services. The firm is registered with the Harris County Engineering Department Professional Services Registry. Respondent will continue to make good faith efforts for the life of the contract to meet or exceed the 20% MWBE contract goal.
Expected Impact:
The project will address current and future traffic volumes, reduce delays, and provide safe mobility for residents, pedestrians and drivers.
Alternative Options:
If no action is taken, the project may experience delays in improving mobility in the area.
Alignment with Goal(s):
_ Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housi...
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