SUBJECT:
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Request Approval of Task Order for Program Management Services for RESCUE Grant Projects; 21Q-227-TO-01, Concept and Planning Phase - Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc., Ocala, FL (Budget Impact - Neutral; expenditure of $73,630 as approved in American Rescue Plan Budget)
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Susan Olsen, Director |
Procurement Services |
DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
At its October 5, 2021 meeting, the Board approved a contract with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. (KHA), program management services pertaining to the implementation of multiple utility projects over the next five (5) years, under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and grant funding under the program. Marion County Utilities (MCU) has identified through a completed Master Wastewater Feasibility Study and prioritized regions within the County that can be connected to central sewer and facilitate the removal of septic tanks from the Silver Springs watershed. Under this task order, KHA will begin planning and developing concepts to support the program that include three (3) septic to sewer project areas in Silver Springs Shores. Additionally, the County has identified a project area in the Marion Oaks region where water service will be extended as part of the County’s mission to provide high quality services to the utility customers in Marion County. The planning and concept development for this project will also be included under this task order. A copy of KHA’s proposal, including scope of work and fee schedule, is attached for review and will become part of the project file and backup to the purchase order.
BUDGET/IMPACT:
Neutral; expenditure shall not exceed $73,630.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
Motion to approve recommendation and authorize staff to release the purchase order for 21Q-227-TO-01 Concept and Planning Phase.
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