Posting Language
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Approve a resolution finding the use of the Design-Build method of contracting, as authorized by Subchapter G, Chapter 2269 of the Texas Government Code, as the project delivery method that provides the best value to the City for the Community Court 8th Street Municipal Building Renovation. Related to Items #9 and #10.
(Note: MBE/WBE goals will be established prior to issuance of this solicitation.)
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Lead Department
Capital Contracting Office.
Managing Department
Capital Contracting Office.
Fiscal Note
A Recommendation for Council Action with the not to exceed contract amount for the resultant contract will be presented to Council once the Design-Build selection has been completed.
Purchasing Language:
This request is for Council to authorize the use of Design-Build; therefore, no solicitation has yet been initiated.
For More Information:
Inquiries should be directed to the City Manager's Agenda Office, at 512-974-2991 or AgendaOffice@austintexas.gov
NOTE: Respondents to this solicitation, and their representatives, shall direct inquiries to Rolando Fernandez, 512-974-7749 or Beverly Mendez, 512-974-3596.
Additional Backup Information:
State Statute governs construction procurement for municipalities. The standard method of contracting used for construction services is competitive bidding where the contract is awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. Texas Government Code Chapter 2269 allows for methodologies alternate to low bidding method which may provide the best value to the municipality. These alternate methodologies include: Competitive Sealed proposals, Construction Manager-at-Risk, Design-Build, and Job Order Contracting. Texas Local Government Code Section 252.022(d) allows the City to adopt and use an alternative method such as Design-Build (DB) under Chapter 2269 of the Texas Government Code if such a method provides a better value for the City.
The project will consist of design and renovation of th...
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