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Execution of a Contract with Summit Design & Engineering Services, Inc. for Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and Special Inspections for the New Durham County Emergency Operations Center in the amount of $163,800 plus ten percent (10%) contingency in the amount of $16,380 for a total contract not to exceed $180,180
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Date of BOCC Meeting: November 9, 2026
Request for Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is requested to authorize the County Manager to execute a contract with Summit Design & Engineering Services, Inc. to provide Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and Special Inspections Services for the New Durham County Emergency Operations Center, in the amount of $163,800 (See Attachment 1) plus ten percent (10%) contingency in the amount of $16,380, for a total contract not to exceed $180,180.
Request for Qualifications (RFQ) #27-006 for Construction Materials Testing/Special Inspections services was advertised on August 23, 2026. Ten (10) responses were received on September 22, 2026, and were evaluated by a selection committee represented by County Engineering, and the Supplier Diversity Office. Summit Design & Engineering was rated as the most qualified firm for the project. Summit Design & Engineering will provide observation and testing services of construction materials during the project, including but not limited to soils and earthwork, utility installation and trench backfill, footings and foundations, Structural Masonry & Grout Construction, cast-in-place concrete, concrete and steel reinforcing, aggregate Piers, and asphalt paving. In addition to the CMT services, Summit Design & Engineering will be completing Special Inspections as required by the North Carolina Building Code.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: Safe and Resilient Community: Supporting the Emergency Operations Center, Backup 911, & Sheriff’s Backup Call Center is a key factor in strengthening emergency response and prevention systems throughout the County.
Resource Persons: Joel T. Jones, Project Manager; Dan Nosbusch, Project Manager; Peri Manns, ASLA, LEED GA, Deputy Director Engineering & Environmental Services; Jay Gibson, P.E., Director of Engineering & Environmental Services;
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board authorize the County Manager to execute a contract with Summit Design & Engineering Services, Inc. to provide Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and Special Inspections Services for the New Durham County Emergency Operations Center, in the amount of $163,800 (See Attachment 1) plus ten percent (10%) contingency in the amount of $16,380, for a total contract not to exceed $180,180
Signature
County Manager: ____________________________