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Title
Authorize Award of contract for Easement Maintenance Services (RFP 26-034) for Durham County Utilities to Stormwater Operations Specialists, LLC, in the amount of $300,000.00 and to execute any related contract amendments not to exceed $325,000.00
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Date of BOCC Meeting: September 14, 2026
Request for Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is requested to authorize the County Manager to enter into a service contract with Stormwater Operations Specialists, LLC (RFP 26-034) for easement maintenance services for Durham County Utilities in the amount of $300,000.00 and to execute any other related contract amendments not to exceed $325,000.00. This service is funded by the Sewer Enterprise Fund.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This action is in accordance with Durham County’s DCo Forward 2029 Strategic Plan:
• Strategic Plan Goal “Sustainable Infrastructure & Environment” by maintaining, protecting, and improving natural and built systems to support a sustainable community
• Strategic Plan Goal “Financial Stewardship” by improving access for routine and preventive maintenance, prolonging infrastructure life span, and reducing response times for emergency repairs.
Resource Persons: Jay Gibson PE, Director of E&ES; Stephanie Brixey, Deputy Director of E&ES; Jerry Morrone PE, Project Manager; Vincent Chirichella PE, Sr. Project Manager
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends the Board authorize the County Manager to enter into a service contract with Stormwater Operations Specialists, LLC (RFP 26-034) for easement maintenance services for Durham County Utilities in the amount of $300,000.00 and to execute any other related contract amendments not to exceed $325,000.00.
Signature
County Manager: ____________________________