SUBJECT:
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Request Approval of Change Order 1 to Purchase Order 2500981: 23Q-087-TO-33 - Comprehensive Plan Amendments - Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., Ocala, FL (Budget Impact - Neutral; additional expenditure of $23,975)
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Susan Olsen, Director |
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DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
On June 6, 2023, the Board approved contracts with 10 engineering firms to provide civil and site-related engineering services for the County. Firms were selected based on area of specialty and equitable distribution of work in accordance with Section 287.055, Florida Statutes, the Consultant’s Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA).
On February 4, 2025, the Board approved Task Order No. 33 with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. to prepare amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, including goals, objectives, and policies consistent with Chapter 163, Part II, Florida Statutes. The scope also includes public engagement activities such as workshops, public hearings, and preparation of the final draft Comprehensive Plan.
Change Order No. 1, presented for the Board’s consideration today, increases Purchase Order No. 2500981 by $23,975 to cover additional meetings and materials related to the proposed “mini-farm” land use concept, preparation of a cost estimate for a typical mini-farm, and development of visual exhibits for park and amenity examples in the Land Development Code update. The consultant will also provide a summary of how the Comprehensive Plan revisions align with Senate Bill 180 and analyze roadway impacts under Transportation Element 4.1.4.
BUDGET/IMPACT:
Neutral; additional expenditure of $23,975, bringing the total purchase order amount to $260,400. Funding comes from AA320515-531109 - General Fund.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
Motion to approve, authorize the Chairman and Clerk to execute, and allow staff to process Change Order 1 to Purchase Order 2500981.
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