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Award Contract for Architectural/Engineering Services for Upgrades to Southern Durham
County Solid Waste Convenience Sites
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Date Of BOCC Meeting: January 14, 2019
Request For Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is requested to authorize the County Manager to enter into a contract with Smith + Gardner Engineers. This contract will develop a master plan for the Parkwood and Redwood Convenience sites and prepare estimates for associated construction estimates for each site. The renovation of these two sites will meet the long-term demands of the growing communities and provide flexibility to accommodate future changes to the waste and recyclable materials management programs. The County also desires to improve safety for residents and staff at the site by providing better separation of public traffic and material storage areas, staff office space, bathroom(s) and viable access routes.
On August 11, 2018 a Request for Qualifications (RFQ No. 19-007) for Architectural Services for Upgrades to Southern Durham County Solid Waste Convenience Sites was advertised and mailed to potential proposers. A joint team from General Service and Engineering Departments recommended Smith + Gardner Engineers as the selected firm.
Alignment With Strategic Plan: Durham County Government is responsible for providing solid waste services to unincorporated residents in Durham County which includes curbside recycling, litter control and abatement, and the management of residential convenience sites. These responsibilities align with Strategic Plan Goal 4 - Environmental Stewardship and Goal 5 - Accountable, Efficient and Visionary Government.
Resource Persons: Motiryo Keambiroiro, General Services Director and Chrissie Koroivui, Solid Waste Program Manager, Jim Faress, Engineering and Environmental Services
County Manager's Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board authorize the County Manager to enter into a service contract with S...
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