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Authorize a contract for fine arts and museum storage and handling services for Parks and Recreation Department with Vault Fine Art Services LLC, for an initial term of one year, with up to four 1-year extension options, in an amount not to exceed $460,000. Funding: $30,384 is available in the Parks and Recreation Department's Operating Budget, funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.
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Lead Department
Financial Services Department.
Client Department(s)
Parks and Recreation Department.
Fiscal Note
Funding in the amount of $30,384 is available in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Parks and Recreation Department Operating Budget.
Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.
Purchasing Language:
Professional Service.
MBE/WBE:
This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9B Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program. For the services required for this procurement, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established.
For More Information:
Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to the Financial Services Department - Central Procurement at: FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500.
Additional Backup Information:
This contract will provide fine arts and museum storage and handling services for Parks and Recreation Department's collection of artwork and artifacts valued at over a million dollars. These services will ensure that culturally and historically significant items are preserved in a facility that meets museum-quality standards for long-term conservation and protection. In addition to secure storage, the contract will provide professional deinstallation and reinstallation of artwork and artifacts at Parks and Recreation Department facilities. These services are critical for maintaining the inte...
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