HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - 2023/24 Campustown Public Improvements (Welch and Chamberlain) RESOLUTION NO. 23-373
RESOLUTION APPROVING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
FOR THE 2023/24 CAMPUSTOWN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS DESIGN PROJECT
FOR THE CITY OF AMES,IOWA
WHEREAS, this project will utilize current repair and reconstruction techniques to restore
structural integrity, serviceability, and rideability the 200-block of Welch Avenue. Project
elements included in this program will involve sanitary sewer, storm sewer, water main, and
roadway pavement improvements. This project will include replacing the existing 6" water main
with a new 12"water main and replacing the existing 8" sanitary sewer with a new 12"main; and,
WHEREAS, this project will also include multi-modal improvements by transitioning the
dedicated bike lanes from the 100-block to on-street shared roadway from Chamberlain Street to
Knapp Street. In addition to these improvements, an existing inclusive crosswalk at Chamberlain
Street and Welch Avenue is also part of the project; and,
WHEREAS, on April 14, 2023, staff initiated a Request for Proposals process in
accordance with the City's purchasing policies for the 2023/24 Campustown Public
Improvements. The professional services will provide the City with the design and development
of plans and specifications for the improvements identified above; and,
WHEREAS, proposals for this work were received from six engineering firms by the
deadline of May 12, 2023. The proposals were evaluated on their qualifications according to the
following criteria: Project Understanding, Design Team/Key Personnel, Previous Experience,
Project Approach, Responsiveness, Ability to perform work, Proposed project design/letting
schedule, and Estimated Contract Cost for engineering services; and,
WHEREAS, after weighing the qualifications and estimated fees for six firms, staff
negotiated a contract with MSA of Ankeny, Iowa. MSA scored highest based on qualifications
and had the second lowest fee at$101,225. Staff is confident that a contract with MSA will provide
the best value for professional services considering the firm's qualifications. MSA successfully
completed the design of North Dakota Avenue and Ontario Street roadway and utility
improvements, constructed in 2022.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa,
that the professional services agreement for the 2023/24 Campustown Public Improvements
Design Project with MSA of Ankeny, Iowa, in the amount not to exceed $101,225 is hereby
approved.
ADOPTED THIS 271h day of June, 2023.
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Renee kall, City Clerk John A. Haila, Mayor
Introduced by: Betcher
Seconded by: Gartin
Voting aye: Beatty-Hansen, Betcher, Corrieri, Gartin, Junck, Rollins
Voting nay: None Absent: None
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 27th day of June, 2023.