Item 28 - Construction Management for the State Building Demolition Project

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Construction Management for the State Building Demolition Project August 20, 2024 Page 2 In addition to preparing Engineering plans and documents for the demolition of the State Building, the scope of work includes the preparation of engineering plans to remove portions of the Civic Center Plaza to accommodate the demolition and provide a secure, contiguous space so pedestrians can maneuver throughout the Civic Center. As an interim condition, the demolished space will be converted to accommodate parking spaces along with irrigation, landscaping, and security lighting. On April 3, 2024, the Public Works Agency released Request for Qualifications (RFQ) No. 24-032, by which it sought a qualified firm to provide CMAR services with special skills and knowledge in the field of construction management, engineering, demolition, landscape architecture, and administrative services to develop and provide engineering plans for the State Building Demolition project. The RFQ was advertised on the City's online procurement management and publication system, with proposals due June 12, 2024. One proposal was received and evaluated by a selection committee. Based on criteria outlined in the RFQ, the following summarizes the responding firm. Firm city Rank Bernards Bros, Inc. I Irvine, CA 1 Staff recommends awarding an agreement (Exhibit 2) to Bernards Bros, Inc. to provide full construction document services upon the scope of work and selection criteria outlined in RFQ 24-032. Bernards Bros, Inc., will provide general construction management at risk services including engineering drawings, constructability review, and public bidding services. Their proposal demonstrated the firm has the necessary capacity and expertise to complete the required services. The firm's rates are reasonable and within industry standards, the team qualifications are appropriate for this project, and the proposal was determined to provide the best value for the City. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT There is no environmental impact associated with the action. FISCAL IMPACT Funds in the amount of $850,000 were available in the Modernization of SA Civic Center, Buildings and Building Improvements account (41818833-66200) in FY 2023- 24. Therefore, a proposed carry-over of unspent funds will be presented to the City Council in September for approval of carry-overs to FY 2024-25. EXHIBIT(S) 1. Location Map 2. Consultant Agreement with Bernards Bros, Inc. Submitted By: Nabil Saba, P.E., Executive Director — Public Works Agency Approved By: Alvaro Nunez, City Manager