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Resolution approving rates for prequalified consultant firms for 2024 construction inspection services
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WHEREAS, the City of Wauwatosa utilizes two in-house inspectors and supplements that staff with consultant staff as necessary for proper inspection coverage across both public construction and private construction projects requiring inspection through Engineering;
WHEREAS, in 2023 the city submitted an RFP to 27 firms with the intent to utilize consultants for the 2023 and 2024 construction season and awarded the bid to 6 firms based upon price, convenience and availability, at prices which had been quoted for one year; and
WHEREAS, the City reached out to the 6 firms awarded in 2023 for staff availability for upcoming projects and any rate changes for 2024 season. 5 firms responded to the request with 4 firms increasing some or all rates from 2023 to 2024, although these rates remain within the acceptable cost range;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Wauwatosa that the five firms who responded with rates for 2024 be approved for prequalification to provide Construction Inspection Services, and that city staff be authorized to contract with any of the prequalified firms for public and private construction as appropriate based upon price, convenience and availability at the submitted rates.
By: Financial Affairs Committee
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Recommendation: Approve 7-0