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Consider approving Resolution 2016-120 authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and enter into an agreement with Gallagher Construction in an amount not to exceed $250,000.00 to serve the City of Farmers Branch as the Construction Manager for the Justice Center Security Upgrade project; and take appropriate action.
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BACKGROUND:
On May 3, 2016, City Council adopted Ordinance No. 3369 authorizing the issuance of City of Farmers Branch, Texas, Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2016, in an aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $2,600,000 for public safety improvements, equipment and supporting systems for the Farmers Branch Justice Center Security Upgrade Project.
Gallagher Construction has served the City of Farmers Branch as the Construction Manager on several previous projects that include Fire Station #1, Animal Shelter, Fire Station #3, Fire Administration Facility, Senior Center, Recreation Center, and the Aquatic Center. Also, In 1999, when a different Construction Manager went out of business in the middle of construction, Gallagher stepped in and finished Phase II of the Justice Center. The company is currently working with Fire Chief Steve Parker on the future Fire Station to replace station #2.
DISCUSSION:
Gallagher Construction has the personnel and experience to service as the Construction Manager for the Justice Center Security Upgrade project. The company has a history of completing projects on time and within budget. In addition to the previous work for the City of Farmers Branch, they provide this service for many clients in the Dallas Fort Worth region and have good financial stability. Funds are appropriated for this service in the project account.
RECOMMENDATION:
City Administration recommends approving Resolution 2016-120 authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and enter into an agreement with Gallagher Construction in an amount not to exceed $250,000.00 to serve the City of Farmers Branch ...
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