HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Professional Services Agreement for Observation/Administration of Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation RESOLUTION NO. 23-037
RESOLUTION APPROVING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATION/ADMINISTRATION OF THE
SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION
FOR THE CITY OF AMES,IOWA
WHEREAS, the annual program for rehabilitation/reconstruction of deficient sanitary
sewers and deteriorated manholes at various locations throughout the city has the goal of
identifying and removing major sources of inflow/infiltration (I/I) to regain pipe capacity and
reduce the wet weather flow at the treatment plant. The program typically includes rehabilitation
work such as the lining of mains,spray lining of structures,and complete removal and replacement
of sanitary sewer mains and structures; and,
WHEREAS,proposals for this work were received from two engineering firms on January
6, 2023, and after evaluating the proposals, WHKS scored highest based on qualifications and had
the lowest fee at $272,000. WHKS has the most extensive project knowledge and insight, having
performed the design and observation services for many of the Sanitary Sewer System Evaluation
(SSSE)projects; and,
WHEREAS, it is intended for the WHKS team to also provide training to City staff in these
rehabilitation methods so that future construction can be administered by City staff. Staff is
confident that quality services will be delivered at the best value.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa,
that the Professional Services Agreement for the Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation — Construction
Observation/Administration with WHKS & Co. of Ames, Iowa, in an amount not to exceed
$272,000, is hereby approved.
ADOPTED THIS 24th day of January, 2023.
Renee Nall, City Clerk John A. Haila, Mayor
Introduced by: Betcher
Seconded by: Beatty-Hansen
Voting aye: Beatty-Hansen, Betcher, Corrieri, Gartin, Junck, Rollins
Voting nay: None Absent: None
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 24th day of January, 2023.