DEPARTMENT: Transportation
FILE TYPE: Consent Action
TITLE
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Authorization To Execute Contract With SRF Consulting Group, Inc., For Construction Services For Reconstruction Of County State Aid Highway 9 (Dodd Boulevard) And Portion Of 179th Street In City Of Lakeville, County Project 09-56
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PURPOSE/ACTION REQUESTED
Authorize execution of a contract with SRF Consulting Group, Inc., (SRF) for construction administration, inspection, surveying, and material testing services for County Project (CP) 09-56, reconstruction of County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 9 from Highview Avenue to Glasgow Avenue and the portion of 179th Street (new alignment) from Hayes Avenue to CSAH 23 (Cedar Avenue) in the City of Lakeville.
SUMMARY
To provide a safe and efficient transportation system, Dakota County reconstructed CSAH 9 from Highview Avenue to Glasgow Avenue) and 179th Street from Hayes Avenue to CSAH 23 in 2023.
By Resolution No. 23-045 (January 24, 2023), the Board authorized the execution of a contract with SRF for the construction services related to CP 09-56. The project is substantially complete, but there are a few outstanding items that remain before the project can be closed.
However, the original contract with SRF expired. To pay SRF for the remaining work, a new contract is necessary. The new contract is for the amount remaining in the expired contract, $918,236.72.
The work would follow the original proposal submitted in 2022 and remains in force today. The proposal from SRF highlighted their strong technical expertise, staff, and experience with complex projects and meets the requirements of this project. They have performed exceptionally well with the contractor and the residents during the duration of the project.
RECOMMENDATION
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The County Engineer recommends execution of a new contract with SRF for construction management and inspection services for the remainder of CP 09-56.
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EXPLANATION OF FISCAL/FTE IMPACTS
The construction management and inspection services costs are shared with the City of Lakeville in accordance with County Policy. Sufficient funds are available to finish the project.
☐ None ☒ Current budget ☐ Other
☐ Amendment Requested ☐ New FTE(s) requested
RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, to provide a safe and efficient transportation system, Dakota County and the City of Lakeville have proceeded with County Project (CP) 09-56; and
WHEREAS, the County is the lead agency for CP 09-56 with construction that began in spring 2023; and
WHEREAS, an engineering firm with this specialty has provided and will continue to provide construction management, inspection, surveying, and material testing services for the project; and
WHEREAS, the original contract has expired, and a new contract must be executed to allow for the project to be finished and closed; and
WHEREAS, the Transportation Capital Improvement Program budget includes sufficient funding for CP 09-56; and
WHEREAS, the County Engineer recommends execution of a new contract with SFR Consulting Group, Inc. for the remaining construction management, inspection, surveying, and material testing services for CP 09-56 for actual costs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Dakota County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes the Physical Development Director to execute a new contract with SRF Consulting Group, Inc., for remaining construction management, inspection, surveying, and material testing services for County Project 09-56 for $918,236.72, subject to approval by the County Attorney’s Office as to form.
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PREVIOUS BOARD ACTION
23-045; 1/24/23
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment: Project Location Map
BOARD GOALS
☐ Thriving People ☐ A Healthy Environment with Quality Natural Resources
☒ A Successful Place for Business and Jobs ☐ Excellence in Public Service
CONTACT
Department Head: Erin Laberee
Author: Jeannine Briol