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Request Approval of Task Order for Civil/Site Engineers for Miscellaneous Projects: 23Q-087-TO-33 - Comprehensive Plan Amendments - Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., Ocala, FL (Budget Impact - Neutral; expenditure of $236,425)
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INITIATOR: DEPARTMENT:
Susan Olsen, Director Procurement Services
DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
On June 6, 2023, the Board approved contracts with 10 engineering firms to provide various civil/site-related engineering services for the County. Firms were selected based on area of specialty and equitable distribution of work among all firms in accordance with §287.055 Consultant’s Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA).
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. has been selected to develop amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, including goals, objectives, and policies that comply with the requirements of Chapter 163, Part II. The scope of work also encompasses public engagement activities such as workshops, public hearings, and the preparation of the final draft comprehensive plan.
Attached for your review is the draft contract. If approved during today’s meeting, it will be forwarded to the firm for signatures. Once signed and returned, the contract will be routed to the County Attorney, Clerk, and Chairman for final approval.
BUDGET/IMPACT:
Neutral; expenditure of $236,425. Funding comes from AA320515-531109 - General Fund.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
Motion to approve and authorize staff to issue a Purchase Order to Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. under 23Q-087-TO-33.
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