Columbus, Georgia

Georgia's First Consolidated Government

Post Office Box 1340
Columbus, Georgia, 31902-1340
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Council Members

Agenda Item # 7



Columbus Consolidated Government

Council Meeting



05/23/2017



Agenda Report #135

TO: Mayor and Councilors



SUBJECT: Purchase Authorizations



INITIATED BY: Finance Department







(A) ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING SERVICES (ANNUAL CONTRACT) ? RFP NO. 17-0003



It is requested that Council authorize the execution of annual contracts for

professional architectural and engineering services with firms in the following

categories: Architectural Services - 2WR of Georgia, Inc. (Columbus, GA),

AECOM Design Services, Inc. (Atlanta, GA), Barnes Gibson Partners Architects,

LLC (Columbus, GA), Hecht Burdeshaw Architects, Inc. (Columbus, GA) and

spArchitect, LLC (Fortson, GA) and Engineering Services: Barge Waggoner Sumner

& Cannon, Inc. (Columbus, GA), Heath Lineback Engineers, Inc. (Marietta, GA),

Moon Meeks Mason & Vinson, Inc. (Columbus, GA) and Stantec Consulting Services,

Inc. (Macon, GA). The services will be procured on an as-needed basis.



The scope of services for the disciplines include, but are not limited to, the

following:



Architectural Services

These services will include both standard architectural and landscape

architectural services. The scope of services will include, but not limited

to, design of governmental buildings, structures, and accessory facilities.

Typical projects may include swimming pools, pedestrian walkways, bikeways,

trails, playgrounds/parks, recreational buildings and athletic fields.

Additional services for preliminary site layout and studies for Parks to

include site work, drainage, roadways and storm water/wetland management

practices; irrigation, planting and lighting plans and other Engineering tasks

as permitted by the State Licensing Board, under these disciplines. The

architects are LEED Certified, familiar with LEED requirements, or familiar

with other sustainable standards and practices.



Engineering Services

The scope will include, but not be limited to the following tasks: preparing

preliminary and final engineering studies, environmental studies and permits,

historical reports, preliminary and final design to include traffic, roadway,

signalization plans, and traffic studies, landscaping and irrigation plans.

Additionally, both preliminary hydraulic/storm water studies, designs to

include storm and combined sewer system rehabilitation/replacement, wetland

determinations, plus modeling reports. Also, preparation of utility plans,

right of way plans and plats, to include survey staking with GIS deliverables

in file geodatabase format in state plane coordinates with a point of beginning

and coordinates clearly attributed. The deliverables should include both

preliminary and as-built stages to include any field changes and project

modifications, including inverts and grade adjustments, floor plans, etc.

Structural analysis, bridge repairs, design and inspection reports, evaluation

of buildings, foundation design and other miscellaneous structures. The work

at times will require it to be designed in accordance to and in cooperation

with current GA DOT standards, Georgia EPD, and other state/federal agencies.

Services may also include annual inspection of Category I Dams in accordance

with Georgia Safe Dams regulations. The scope may require occasional assistance

with construction management.



The initial term of the contracts shall be for two (2) years with the option to

renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods. The contract renewals

will be contingent upon the mutual agreement of the City and the Contractors.



Annual Contract History:

The previous five-year contract was awarded on October 25, 2011 (Resolution

338-11) to the following firms:



Architectural Services: Engineering Services:

2WR/Andras Architects (Columbus, GA) Stantec Consulting Services (Macon, GA)

Hecht, Burdeshaw, Johnson Architects, Inc (Columbus, GA) URS (Atlanta, GA)

Sizemore Group (Atlanta, GA) Jacobs Engineering Group (Columbus, GA)

Neal, Kendust & Murray (Columbus, GA) Heath & Lineback Engineers (Marietta,

GA)

Kenneth Levy Architects (Midland, GA) Wolverton & Associates (Duluth, GA)



RFP Advertisement and Receipt of Proposals:

RFP specifications were posted on the web pages of the Purchasing Division and

the Georgia Procurement Registry on October 31, 2016. This RFP has been

advertised, opened and evaluated. Proposals were received on December 16, 2016

from the following vendors:



Architectural Services Engineering Services

2WR of Georgia, Inc. (Columbus, GA) Barge Waggoner Sumner & Cannon, Inc.

(Columbus, GA)

AECOM Design Services, Inc. (Atlanta, GA) Heath Lineback Engineers, Inc.

(Marietta, GA)

Barnes Gibson Partners Architects, LLC (Columbus, GA) Moon Meeks Mason &

Vinson, Inc. (Columbus, GA)

Hecht Burdeshaw Architects, Inc. (Columbus, GA) Stantec Consulting Services,

Inc. (Macon, GA)

spArchitect, LLC (Fortson, GA) AECOM Design Services, Inc. (Atlanta, GA)

Barge Waggoner Sumner & Cannon (Columbus, GA) Engineering Design Technologies

(Marietta, GA)

Pond & Company (Peachtree Corners, GA) Foresite Group (Norcross, GA)

Sizemore Group (Atlanta, GA) KCI Technologies (Duluth, GA)

Wolverton & Associates (Duluth, GA) Moreland Altobelli Associates, Inc.

(Duluth, GA)

WK Dickson & Co. (Atlanta, GA)

Wolverton & Associates (Duluth, GA)



The following events took place after receipt of proposals:



RFP MEETINGS/EVENTS

Description Date Agenda/Action

Pre-Evaluation Meeting 02/03/17 The Purchasing Manager advised evaluation committee

members of the RFP rules and process. Proposals were disbursed to members of

the Architectural Evaluation Committee and to members of the Engineering

Evaluation Committee.

1st Evaluation Meeting 03/13/17 Members of the respective committees discussed the

proposals; neither committee required clarification from any of the vendors.

Evaluation Forms 03/24/17 Evaluation forms were forwarded to the respective members of

each Committee.

Evaluation Forms/Results 05/01/17 Completed evaluation forms were returned to the Purchasing

Division for tabulation. The results were sent to the members of both

Evaluation Committees.

Recommendation received 05/05/17 Via email, the respective committee members unanimously

voted to award the Architectural Services to the five highest ranking firms and

to award the Engineering Services to the four highest ranking firms.



Evaluation Committees:

The Evaluation Committee consisted of three (3) representatives from the

Engineering Department, two (2) representatives from the Planning Department

and (1) representative from the Inspections & Code Department.



Architectural Services: proposals were reviewed by an evaluation committee

consisting of one (1) voting member from the Engineering Department, one (1)

voting member from the Inspections & Code Department and one (1) voting member

from the Planning Department; an additional Engineering Department

representative served as a non-voting advisory member.



Engineering Services: proposals were review by an evaluation committee

consisting of two (2) voting members from the Engineering Department and one

(1) voting member from the Planning Department; an additional Engineering

Department representative served as a non-voting advisory member.



Award Recommendation:

The Evaluation Committee recommends award to the firms listed below for the

following reasons:



v Architectural Services

o 2WR of Georgia, Inc.

1. 2WR has a wealth of experience providing architectural services to CCG,

including on new construction projects like fire stations, and renovation

projects and studies like the Government Center. This working knowledge of CCG

allows 2WR to help resolve design problems quickly.

2. 2WR has a large local presence, which allows a quick response to any need

that arises.

3. The firm has successfully completed several large, complex new construction

projects, including several in Columbus, GA.



o AECOM Design Services, Inc.

1. AECOM is a large firm and as such, has access to many resources that a

smaller firm would not. This includes MEP engineers who could assist CCG with

the various Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing projects that arise.

2. The firm is highly qualified, with a wide range of on-staff professionals,

who can provide in-house architectural, planning and engineering services.

3. AECOM has completed a wide array of projects for various owners, including

several parks and recreation facilities and fire stations. All of these

projects would be similar in size and scope to projects that CCG may have; the

experience gained from completing similar projects would be a valuable asset.



o Barnes Gibson Partners Architects, LLC

1. Barnes Gibson has provided architectural services on a variety of projects

in the Columbus area. This experience with the area would be critical to

delivering projects to CCG.

2. The architectural services will be provided in-house.

3. Barnes Gibson has a local office and has partnered with local engineering

firms to be able to provide a fast response, if the need arises.



o Hecht Burdeshaw Architects, Inc.

1. Hecht Burdeshaw has successfully completed many projects for local

governments in the Columbus area, including many for CCG. This experience of

the area would be invaluable to any project.

2. Although they are an architectural firm, the landscaping improvement

projects (River Walk) set them apart from most architect firms.

3. The firm is a vendor for the current contract; they are dependable and CCG

knows what to expect in terms of quality of design.



o SpARCHITECT, LLC

1. The firm has many years of experience providing architectural services on

small renovation projects similar in size and scope to CCG projects; this

experience would be crucial to the success of these projects.

2. The firm has designed and built many of the recently constructed buildings

in Columbus.

3. Being a small company should correlate to quick responses and more

personalized services.



v Engineering Services

o Barge Waggoner Sumner & Cannon, Inc.

1. This firm has a full service office in Columbus and their engineers have

been working with the City for many years.

2. The staff and engineers at this firm have historical knowledge of the City?s

storm sewer system, which is a great asset.

3. The firm is a multidiscipline company with a good work history.



o Heath & Lineback Engineers, Inc.

1. The firm has 23 years of experience in this field and will utilize several

local sub-consultants.

2. The firm has vast knowledge of Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT)

projects.

3. Heath & Lineback has done great work for CCG and are perfectly adept at

completing projects on time and of good quality.



o Moon Meeks Mason & Vinson, Inc.

1. The firm has been established in Columbus for many years and CCG has good

knowledge of their engineering services and engineers.

2. The firm has an excellent work history with local projects.

3. The firm has provided services for on a wide variety of both large and small

projects.



o Stantec Consulting Services, Inc.

1. The firm is a vendor for the current contract and has provided very

satisfactory services to the City.

2. The firm has expert staff from a wide array of subjects within engineering

as well as planning, architecture and landscape design.

3. The firm will team up with a couple of local companies to provide the

services, and has multiple Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)

sub-consultants.



Vendor Experience/Qualifications:

After reviewing and evaluating all proposals, both Evaluation Committees

determined that all recommended firms possess the required experience and

qualifications to perform the specified services.



The RFP process is governed by the City?s Procurement Ordinance Article 3-110,

Competitive Sealed Proposals for the procurement of Equipment, Supplies and

Professional Services and Article 3-111 Architectural/Engineering and Land

Surveying Services. During the process of an RFP there is no formal opening,

due to the possibility of negotiated components of the proposal. In the event

City Council does not approve the recommended offeror, no proposal responses or

any negotiated components are made public until after the award of the

contract. Therefore, the evaluation results and cost information has been

submitted to the City Manager in a separate memo for informational purposes.



Funds will be budgeted each fiscal year for approved projects in the various

capital projects funds: General, Sewer, Paving, Integrated Waste Fund

Supported, and from the 1999 SPLOST.



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(B) ARCHTECTURAL & ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR MOTT?S GREEN PLAZA ENHANCEMENT ?

RFP NO. 17-0013



It is requested that Council authorize the execution of a contract with Hecht

Burdeshaw Architects, Inc. (Columbus, GA) for architectural and engineering

services for Mott?s Green Plaza Enhancement. The services are not being

procured under the annual contract for Architectural and Engineering services

because Georgia Department of Transportation, by which the project is funded,

requires a separate RFP process.



Hecht Burdeshaw will provide plans and drawings for enhancements to the Mott?s

Green Plaza (Frank Martin Pedestrian Bridge/Plaza area). This area is rich

with history; the Mott?s Green Plaza was the ?The Last Land Battle? of the

Civil War and Horace King, a former slave, built the 14th Street Bridge in

1833. The plan / design will commemorate both Horace King and ?The Last Land

Battle? into the site. The completion of this project will enhance this area

and will connect to the Frank Martin Pedestrian Bridge / Plaza, as well as, the

River Walk. The design / plan will also include an interpreted feature that

will enhance visitors to the area that will allow them a closer view /

interaction of activities on the river itself. These features will reflect the

importance of history of the area by honoring both Horace King and ?The Last

Land Battle? of the Civil War.



The scope of services for this project includes, but is not limited to, the

following services/designs, including all preliminary engineering activities,

construction, and construction closeout:



A. Relocate and rehabilitate the current masonry monuments to make the plaza

area easier for bikes and pedestrians to access the pass through under the

bridge.



B. A design / plan for a new paving design in Mott?s Plaza to better align the

pass through under the bridge with the River Walk.



C. A design / plan to widen the area where the walkway in front of the Mott

House intersects with the River Walk.



D. All services shall be performed in accordance with the Georgia DOT Plan

Development Process including completion of all historical, environmental, and

all other necessary studies or evaluations



E. Submission of plan sets for City and GDOT review and approval.



F. Hecht Burdeshaw shall obtain all required permits for the construction of

the project





RFP Advertisement and Receipt of Proposals:

RFP specifications were posted on the web pages of the Purchasing Division and

the Georgia Procurement Registry on March 6, 2017. This RFP has been

advertised, opened and evaluated. Three proposals were received on April 7,

2017 from the following vendors:



Hecht Burdeshaw Architects, Inc. (Columbus, GA)

Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. (Atlanta, GA)

Amec Foster Wheeler (Kennesaw, GA)



The following events took place after receipt of proposals:



RFP MEETINGS/EVENTS

Description Date Agenda/Action

Pre-Evaluation Meeting 04/17/17 The Purchasing Manager advised evaluation committee

members of the RFP rules and process, and the project manager provided an

overview. Proposals were disbursed to each committee member to review.

1st Evaluation Meeting 05/05/17 Committee members discussed the proposals; no

clarifications were needed.

Evaluation Forms Sent 05/05/17 Evaluation forms were forwarded to voting committee

members.

Evaluation Forms/Results 05/12/17 Evaluation forms were completed and returned to Purchasing

for compilation results. The results were sent to the Evaluation Committee

members.

Requested Cost Proposal 05/16/17 Request for proposed cost and fees was forwarded to

Hecht Burdeshaw Architects, Inc., the highest rated firm.

Cost Proposal Received 05/17/17 Cost proposal received from Hecht Burdeshaw Architects,

Inc.

Recommendation Received 05/18/17 Via email, the committee members unanimously voted to

award to Hecht Burdeshaw Architects, Inc. (Columbus, GA)





Evaluation Committee:

The proposals were reviewed by the Evaluation Committee, which consisted of (2)

voting members from the Planning Department and (1) voting member from the

Engineering Department.



Award Recommendation:

The evaluation committee deemed the proposal from Hecht Burdeshaw Architects,

Inc. most responsive to the RFP specifications. Therefore, the Evaluation

Committee, as reflected by their comments provided below, recommends award of

the contract to Hecht Burdeshaw Architects, Inc. for the following reasons:



? Hecht Burdeshaw is very familiar with the project area, having designed the

recently constructed 14th Street Plaza, 14th Street Pedestrian Bridge, and the

Riverwalk from 13th Street to 14th Street. This familiarity will be an asset

to the project team.

? The firm has worked with federal dollars and understands the FHWA/GDOT

process.

? The firm?s technical and project approach meets all the items identified in

the scope of work. They understand the history of this area and how the

project should be designed.

? The project team assembled by Hecht Burdeshaw will ensure that the City gets

a great, historically significant area for the community to enjoy.

? The proposed timeline does not require any additional unnecessary items, and

the project could be under construction within the year.



Vendor Experience/Qualifications:

? Hecht Burdeshaw Architect is a Georgia corporation that has been in business

for 57 years

? The firm designed the original TSYS Riverwalk and Mott?s Plaza area in 1997,

and have since been selected to design each subsequent Riverwalk section.

? The firm worked closely with noted sculptor Richard Beyer in creating the

historical plaques that accompany his monumental sculpture of four stages of

life for Christopher Columbus ? Vision, Persuasion, Discovery and Chains. This

sculpture is the centerpiece of a public plaza overlooking the Chattahoochee

River and serves as a main entrance to the Riverwalk.

? Hecht Burdeshaw Architects provided architectural services for the following

facilities:

o Columbus Citizen Services Center

o Muscogee County Public Education Center

o Columbus Public Safety Building

o RiverCenter for the Performing Arts

o Columbus Museum

o South Commons Recreation Complex

o Coca-Cola Space Science Center

o Columbus Convention & Trade Center expansion

o Uptown Streetscapes

o Columbus Library

o National Infantry Museum



Client Work History for Similar Services:

o Columbus Consolidated Government January 2010 ? October 2013

14th Street Pedestrian Bridge

Planning, project design, construction documentation and construction

administration.



o Columbus Consolidated Government February 2008 ? August 2015

Riverwalk ? 13th Street to 14th Street

Planning, project design, construction documentation, bidding & negotiation and

construction administration.



o TSYS

June 2015 ? March 2016

Mott House Memorial

Project design, construction documentation, bidding & negotiation and

construction administration.





The RFP process is governed by the City?s Procurement Ordinance Article 3-110,

Competitive Sealed Proposals for the procurement of Equipment, Supplies and

Professional Services and Article 3-111 Architectural/Engineering and Land

Surveying Services. During the process of an RFP there is no formal opening,

due to the possibility of negotiated components of the proposal. In the event

City Council does not approve the recommended offeror, no proposal responses or

any negotiated components are made public until after the award of the

contract. Therefore, the evaluation results and cost information has been

submitted to the City Manager in a separate memo for informational purposes.



This project is GDOT funded.



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(C) ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR INFANTRY ROAD AND FOLLOW ME TRAIL ? RFP NO. 17-0022



It is requested that Council authorize the execution of a contract with Heath &

Lineback Engineers, Inc. (Marietta, GA) for engineering services for Infantry

Road and Follow Me Trail. The services are not being procured under the annual

contract for Architectural and Engineering services because Georgia Department

of Transportation, by which the project is funded, requires a separate RFP

process.



Heath & Lineback Engineers, Inc. will provide engineering plans and drawings to

construct the new Infantry Road and the extension of the Follow Me Trail (South

Lumpkin Trail). The extension of the Follow Me Trail will connect to the

existing trail that begins just North of Old Cusseta Road and ends South past

Torch Hill Road. The trail links seven schools, a park, restaurants and

residential areas and various community organizations. The new road and the

extension of the trail will connect to the newly constructed roundabout at the

intersection on South Lumpkin Road. The new road will provide a connection

between South Lumpkin Road and Fort Benning Boulevard.



The scope of services for this project includes, but is not limited to, the

following services/designs, including all preliminary engineering activities,

construction, and construction closeout:



A. The road section will include two (2) 12-foot lanes and an extra wide urban

road shoulder to accommodate a 12-foot wide multi-use trail.



B. The extension of the Follow Me Trail will begin at the roundabout, follow

the road shoulder to the old railroad bed and turn north along the railroad bed

to connect to the Follow Me Trail (South Lumpkin Trail) ? Phase I, just north

of the National Infantry Museum.



C. All services shall be performed in accordance with the Georgia DOT Plan

Development Process including completion of all historical, environmental, and

all other necessary studies or evaluations



D. Submission of plan sets for City and GDOT review and approval.



E. Heath & Lineback Engineers, Inc. shall obtain all required permits for the

construction of the project



RFP Advertisement and Receipt of Proposals:

RFP specifications were posted on the web pages of the Purchasing Division and

the Georgia Procurement Registry on March 30, 2017. This RFP has been

advertised, opened and evaluated. One proposal was received on April 28, 2017.



In accordance with Section 3-108, Item H of the Procurement Ordinance, the

Purchasing Division performed due diligence by conducting a survey of

non-responsive firms to determine if it was necessary to revise the

specifications to encourage more competition. The following (5) firms were

surveyed:



1. Jacobs Engineering: ?We did not feel we were well positioned to be selected

to provide the required services?.



2. Wolverton & Associates: ?We received the RFP for the referenced project and

decided not to submit a proposal. We were not anticipating this RFP, which is

one criteria we use for determining which proposals to pursue. In order to

provide the best cost and approach for our clients, we prefer to have an

understanding of the client?s needs and project scope before preparing a

proposal. In this situation, we did not have that information?.



3. Stantec: ?We passed on this because previous projects of similar scope were

awarded to other consultants. We didn?t feel we would be very competitive

relative to those firms?.



4. AECOM: ?We had submitted on your on-call contract last year and we

understand that the selection was delayed. We inquired last year about the

on-call selection and was told that we would hear something in the next few

weeks. We inquired again about the on-call recently and was again told that a

selection has not been finalized. Honestly, our approach to Infantry Road was

going to be based on the result of the on-call. We were hoping to get feedback

on the on-call contract submittal first before we submitted on this contract?.



5. Barge Waggoner Sumner & Cannon: ?As a result of the timing of our receipt

of the RFP, we were not prepared within the RFP timeframe to prepare a

proposal. However, we do look forward to providing services for future project

needs, including those similar to this project?.



Based on the responses to the survey, the Purchasing Division determined that

revisions were not required to the specifications. The Purchasing Division

opened the one (1) proposal received from the following firm:



Heath & Lineback Engineers, Inc. (Marietta, GA)



The following events took place after receipt of proposals:



RFP MEETINGS/EVENTS

Description Date Agenda/Action

Pre-Evaluation Meeting 05/05/17 Due to only receiving one proposal, the Pre-Evaluation

and First Evaluation committee meetings were combined. The Purchasing Manager

advised evaluation committee members of the RFP rules and process, and the

project manager provided an overview.



The committee reviewed the proposal; no clarifications were needed.

Requested Cost Proposal 05/11/17 Request for proposed cost and fees was forwarded to

Heath & Lineback, the sole responding firm.

Cost Proposal Received 05/19/17 Cost proposal received from Heath & Lienback, Engineers,

Inc.

Recommendation Received 05/19/17 Via email, the committee members unanimously voted to

award to Heath & Lineback, Engineers, Inc. (Marietta, GA), the sole responding

firm.





Evaluation Committee:

The proposal was reviewed by the Evaluation Committee, which consisted of (2)

voting members from the Planning Department and (1) voting member from the

Engineering Department; an additional Planning Department representative served

as a non-voting advisor.



Award Recommendation:

The evaluation committee unanimously recommends award of the contract to Heath

& Lineback Engineers, Inc., the sole responding firm, as reflected by their

comments provided below:



? Heath & Lineback has completed several projects for CCG, including several in

the same area of Columbus. This experience will be invaluable to the project

team.

? The firm is experienced in design projects of this type.

? Heath & Lineback has a wide array of experience designing projects funded by

GDOT and are very familiar with the GDOT Plan Development process.

? The firm provided engineering services on the existing trail.



Vendor Experience/Qualifications:

? Heath & Lineback Engineers, Inc. is a Georgia corporation that has been in

business since 1994. The firm is headquartered in Marietta, GA and has

regional offices in Carrollton, GA and Orlando, FL.

? The firm has a staff of forty-five (45), including twenty-two (22)

professional engineers.

? The firm is rooted in the design of transportation infrastructure and is

prequalified with Georgia Department of Transportation.

? Much of Heath & Lineback Engineers? work comes through repeat business from

clients such as CCG, Georgia Department of Transportation, Paulding County,

Cobb County and Gwinnett County.

? The firm has designed roadway improvements for the City, including:

o Fort Benning Road at Victory Drive

o Cusseta Road at Joy Road drainage study and design improvements

o Fort Benning Road Corridor Study

o The roundabout at Cusseta Road/Brennan Road/Fort Benning Road intersection.



Client Work History for Similar Services:

o Columbus Consolidated Government September 2013 ? June 2017

Follow Me Multiuse Trail & Pedestrian Overpass at Victory Drive ? Phases I & II

Provided complete design services for the multiuse facility and roadway

overpass. The firm designed the trail path, parking areas, pocket parks, road

crossings, overpass, trail structures, and landscaping. The facility includes

activity areas, rest areas, and trail amenities. The firm?s services included

concept design, database preparation, preliminary and final plans, lighting,

environmental permitting, and construction documents. All design was in

accordance with the Fort Benning Road Master Plant.



o Columbus Consolidated

Government June 2012 ? June

2017

Fort Benning Road at Victory Drive Intersection Improvements

As part of the Fort Benning Road Corridor Enhancement, the firm provided

complete engineering services for two miles of improvements from Cusseta Road

to the Fort Benning Army Base. The project included the major intersection of

US 27/US 280/SR 1/SR 520 (Victory Drive) intersection. This is a TE

(Transportation Enhancement) funded project. In keeping with the Fort Benning

Master plan, this stretch of road included widening from two to three lanes and

enhancements with sidewalks, pedestrian lighting, landscaping, and traffic

signal mast arm upgrades.



o Paulding County DOT October 2010 ? February 2013

Seven Hills Boulevard Extension

Heath & Lineback designed this extension as new location roadway of an existing

two lane road, for a distance of 2.1 miles. The southern shoulder includes an

8-foot wide multiuse path. The project design is unique in that the new

roadway section was designed with an urban drainage system installed to

function for the current design as well as for future additional lanes and

curb. The firm?s scope of work included concept to final construction plans;

it included survey, landscape design, construction plans, environmental

services, and traffic signal design.



The RFP process is governed by the City?s Procurement Ordinance Article 3-110,

Competitive Sealed Proposals for the procurement of Equipment, Supplies and

Professional Services and Article 3-111 Architectural/Engineering and Land

Surveying Services. During the process of an RFP there is no formal opening,

due to the possibility of negotiated components of the proposal. In the event

City Council does not approve the recommended offeror, no proposal responses or

any negotiated components are made public until after the award of the

contract. Therefore, the evaluation results and cost information has been

submitted to the City Manager in a separate memo for informational purposes.

This project is GDOT funded.

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(D) STATE MANDATED SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL FEES



It is requested that Council authorize payment to the Georgia Department of

Natural Resources for state mandated solid waste disposal fees in the amount of

$58,276.73. The fee is based on the total amount of solid waste disposed in a

year. A total of 79,288.07 tons of solid waste was disposed, at Pine Grove

Landfill, between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2016.



Funds are budgeted in the FY17 Budget: Integrated Waste Management Fund -

Public Services - Pine Grove Landfill ? State Mandated Waste Dump Fees;

0207-260-3560-PGRO-9208.

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(E) REPAIR OF CATERPILLAR D7R BULLDOZER



It is requested that Council approve payment to Yancey Brother Company

(Atlanta, GA) for the repair of a bulldozer, Vehicle #10822, in the amount of

$35,381.16.

The operator of VMO #10822 Caterpillar D7R Bulldozer reported that the

equipment would not go forward after putting it in gear. The mechanic

determined that the transmission was unserviceable. The equipment was sent to

Yancey Bros. for immediate repairs. The equipment is mission essential for

meeting the daily maintenance requirements at the Landfill and compliance with

EPA.



Yancey Brothers is the authorized dealer in Georgia to sell and repair

Caterpillar engines. Therefore, the vendor is deemed an only known source per

the Procurement Ordinance, Article 3-114.



Funds are available in the FY17 Budget: Integrated Waste Management Fund ?

Public Works ? Granite Bluff Inert Landfill - Auto Parts and Supplies; 0207 ?

260 ? 3540 ? BLUF - 6721.



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(F) REPAIR OF FIRE TRUCK

It is requested that Council approve payment to Cummins Power South (Albany,

GA) for the repairs of a Fire Truck, Vehicle #3169, in the amount of

$14,612.27.

The Fire/EMS Department?s frontline vehicle, VMO 3169, had been to the Fleet

Shop multiple times for engine problems, preventing this unit from responding

to emergency calls. The Fleet Shop made several repairs, however, the vehicle

continued to unexpectedly shutdown. The field technician for Cummins Power

South performed tests on the engine and it was found to have excessive blow-by,

which required overhauling.



Cummins Power South is the authorized repair dealer for the Cummins engine

installed in the Fire Truck. Therefore, the vendor is deemed an only known

source per the Procurement Ordinance, Article 3-114.



Funds are available in the FY17 Budget: General Fund ? Fire/EMS ? Fire/EMS

Operations - Auto Parts and Supplies; 0101 ? 410 ? 2100 ? FOPR - 6721.



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(G) DIGITAL CAMERAS AND ACCESSORIES FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT



It is requested that Council approve the purchase of digital cameras and

accessories from B&H Photo and Video (New York, NY), in the amount of

$13,587.00. This purchase will be accomplished by cooperative purchase via

National IPA (NIPA) Contract #R160901.



The purchase includes 15 Cameras, Battery Packs, Remote Switches and other

accessories which will be used by the Crime Scene Investigative Division of the

Police Department to document crime scenes.

National IPA saves time and money and provides cooperative buying power of more

than 48,000 entities. ???Current participants include state and local

government entities, educational institutions as well as nonprofit

organizations in all 50 states. Contracts are competitively solicited,

evaluated and awarded by a government entity acting as the lead agency.

Contracts are awarded utilizing industry best practices, processes and

procedures, ensuring maximum value and absolute security with complete??

transparency of the process. Cooperative Purchasing is authorized per the

City?s Procurement Ordinance, Article 9-101



Funds are budgeted in the FY17 Budget: General Fund ? Police ? Investigative

Services ? Operating Materials; 0101 ? 400 ? 3320 ?INVS ? 6728.



* * * * * * * * * *

(H) TUB GRINDER ? NATIONAL JOINT POWERS ALLIANCE (NJPA) CONTRACT



It is requested that Council approve the purchase of one (1) tub grinder

(TG5000) from Vermeer (Marietta, GA) in the amount of $643,397.00, by

cooperative purchase via National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA) Contract

#070313-VER.



The equipment will be used by the staff of the Pine Grove Landfill as a

replacement for equipment for #11393, which was damaged by fire. The amount

received from insurance proceeds was $277,500.00, which includes the reduction

of $50,000.00 as the deductible.



The purchase will be accomplished via Request for Proposal (RFP) Contract

#070313-VER, initiated by the National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA), whereby

Vermeer Corporation, was one of several successful vendors contracted to

provide Grounds Maintenance with Related Equipment, Accessories and Supplies.

The contract, which commenced September 11, 2013, is good through September 10,

2017, with an option to renew for a fifth year at the discretion of NJPA. The

National Joint Powers Alliance is a Service Cooperative created by Minnesota

Statute 123A.21. This statute was created in 1978 and revised in 1995 to allow

participating governmental and municipal agencies to reduce the cost of

purchased goods by leveraging their combined purchasing power. The bid process

utilized by National Joint Powers Alliance meets the requirements of the City?s

Procurement Ordinance; additionally, cooperative purchasing is authorized per

Article 9-101 of the Procurement Ordinance.



Funds are budgeted in the FY17 Budget: Integrated Waste Management Fund ?

Public Works ? Pine Grove Landfill ? Capital Expenditure ? over $5,000; 0207 ?

260 ? 3560 ? PGRO - 7761.

* * * * * * * * * *



(I) STORAGE FOR NEW NETWORK APPLICATIONS



It is requested that Council approve the purchase of storage for new network

applications from DLT Solutions (Herndon, VA), in the amount of $20,636.20, by

cooperative purchase via the NASPO WSCA Contract #MNWNC-121.



The storage is needed for the NetApp drives required to provide storage for the

new network applications. The storage is also part of moving/updating all

Windows XP virtual machines to Windows 10. Windows XP machines are not

supported and are vulnerable to Cyber Attack and cannot run the current city

software systems.



Since 1993, the Western States Contracting Alliance (WSCA) served as the

primary cooperative purchasing arm of NASPO and encouraged, fostered, and

guided participating members to work collaboratively in an effort to create

true procurement cooperatives. WSCA-NASPO represents a unified,

nationally-focused cooperative purchasing program that will leverage the

collective expertise and experience of WSCA and NASPO, aggregate the demand of

all 50 states, the District of Columbia and the five organized territories, and

their political subdivisions and other eligible entities, and help spur

innovation and competition in the marketplace. All authorized governmental

entities in any state are welcome to use WSCA-NASPO cooperative contracts with

the approval of that state's State Chief Procurement Official. Cooperative

purchasing benefits states as well as cities, counties, public schools,

institutions of higher education and other eligible entities. Cooperative

Purchasing is authorized per the City?s Procurement Ordinance, Article 9-101



Funds are budgeted in the FY17 Budget: General Fund ? Information Technology ?

Computer Equipment; 0101-210-1000-ISS-7751.



* * * * * * * * * *

(J) BLADE SERVERS



It is requested that council approve the purchase of Blade Servers from CPAK

(LaGrange, GA), in the amount of $33,187.50, by cooperative purchase via

Georgia Statewide Contract # 99999-SPDT20120501-0006.



The blade services are needed for the Cisco Blade Center to provide processing

power for the new network applications. The Blades are also part of

moving/updating all Windows XP virtual machines to Windows 10. Windows XP

machines are not supported and are vulnerable to Cyber Attack and cannot run

the current city software systems.



The State Purchasing Division establishes Statewide Contracts (SWCs) for the

benefit of both State and Local government entities throughout Georgia. By

leveraging the State's purchasing power, SPD establishes competitive statewide

contracts for a variety of products, services, and equipment. State and Local

governments can benefit from the convenience and competitive pricing of these

pre-established contracts. Cooperative Purchasing is authorized per the City?s

Procurement Ordinance, Article 9-101



Funds are budgeted in the FY17 Budget: General Fund ? Information Technology ?

Computer Equipment; 0101-210-1000-ISS-7751.













Emergency Purchase ? Information Only

Emergency Repair of Kitchen Floor at Muscogee County Jail:

On April 18, 2017 the Sheriff?s Department requested an emergency purchase for

repairs of the kitchen floor at the Muscogee County Jail.

The Sheriff documented that the tile flooring in the kitchen is both a safety

hazard and in violation of health codes. The floor is cracked/chipped, missing

grout, and has areas of pooling with standing water. This creates both safety

hazards and violation of health codes. The Sheriff requested that the tile be

removed, the concrete surface be prepared and sealed.

The City Manager approved the emergency purchase on May 11, 2017.

The Engineering Department is in the process of obtaining bids for the work and

expects the construction amount for this project to be approximately

$130,000. This will include removal of the existing floor and installation of

new floor drains and the new flooring system. A pre-bid/site visit will take

place on May 23rd with bids due back by June 2nd.

Another cost for this project will be the added cost for the Inmate Food

Services contracted vendor to prepare meals at another location and transport

meals while repairs are made to the floor. At this time, the cost has not been

finalized.

Funds are available in OLOST Fund ? Public Safety - Non-Departmental.



?ITEM A?



A RESOLUTION

NO._____



A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF ANNUAL CONTRACTS FOR PROFESSIONAL

ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING SERVICES WITH FIRMS IN THE FOLLOWING CATAGORIES:

ARCHITECTURAL SERVCIES ? 2WR OF GEORGIA, INC. (COLUMBUS, GA); AECOM DESIGN

SERVICES, INC. (ATLANTA, ga); BARNES GIBSON PARTNERS, LLC (COLUMBUS, GA); HECHT

BURDESHAW ARCHITECTS, INC. (COLUMBUS, GA); AND spArchitect, LLC (FORTSON, GA)

AND ENGINEERING SERVICES: BARGE WAGGONER SUMNER & CANNON, INC. (COLUMBUS, GA);

HEATH LINEBACK ENGINEERS, INC. (MARIETTA, GA); MOON MEEKS MASON & VINSON, INC.

(COLUMBUS, GA); AND STANTEC CONSULTING SERVICES, INC. (MACON, GA). THE

SERVICES WILL BE PROCURED ON AN AS-NEEDED BASIS AND COSTS WILL BE NEGOTIATED

PER PROJECT.



WHEREAS, an RFP was administered (RFP No. 17-0003) and twenty proposals

were received; and,



WHEREAS, the proposals submitted by 2WR of Georgia, Inc., AECOM Design

Services, Inc., Barnes Gibson Partners Architects, LLC, Hecht Burdeshaw

Architects, Inc., spArchitect, LLC, Barge Waggoner Sumner & Cannon, Inc., Heath

Lineback Engineers, Inc., Moon Meeks Mason & Vinson, Inc., and Stantec

Consulting Services, Inc. met all proposal requirements and were evaluated most

responsive to the RFP in their respective catagories; and,



WHEREAS, the initial term of the contracts shall be for two (2) years

with the option to renew for three (3) additional twelve-month periods. The

contract renewals will be contingent upon the mutual agreement of the City and

the Contractors.



NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA, HEREBY RESOLVES AS

FOLLOWS:



That the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute annual contracts

for professional architectural and engineering services with firms in the

following categories: Architectural Services - 2WR of Georgia, Inc. (Columbus,

GA), AECOM Design Services, Inc. (Atlanta, GA), Barnes Gibson Partners

Architects, LLC (Columbus, GA), Hecht Burdeshaw Architects, Inc. (Columbus, GA)

and spArchitect, LLC (Fortson, GA) and Engineering Services: Barge Waggoner

Sumner & Cannon, Inc. (Columbus, GA), Heath Lineback Engineers, Inc. (Marietta,

GA), Moon Meeks Mason & Vinson, Inc. (Columbus, GA) and Stantec Consulting

Services, Inc. (Macon, GA). The services will be procured on an as-needed

basis. Funds will be budgeted each fiscal year for approved projects in the

various capital projects funds: General, Sewer, Paving, Integrated Waste Fund

Supported, and from the 1999 SPLOST.

__________________



Introduced at a regular meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia, held the

_________ day of __________________, 2017 and adopted at said meeting by the

affirmative vote of _________ members of said Council.



Councilor Allen voting __________.

Councilor Baker voting __________.

Councilor Barnes voting __________.

Councilor Davis voting __________.

Councilor Garrett voting __________.

Councilor Henderson voting __________.

Councilor Huff voting __________.

Councilor Thomas voting __________.

Councilor Turner Pugh voting __________.

Councilor Woodson voting __________.





____________________________ _______________________

Tiny B. Washington, Clerk of Council Teresa Pike Tomlinson, Mayor





?ITEM B?

A RESOLUTION

NO._____



A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH HECHT

BURDESHAW ARCHITECTS, INC. (COLUMBUS, GA) FOR ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING

SERVICES FOR MOTT?S GREEN PLAZA ENHANCEMENT. THE SERVICES ARE NOT BEING

PROCURED UNDER THE ANNUAL CONTRACT FOR ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING SERVICES

BECAUSE GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, BY WHICH THE PROJECT IS FUNDED,

REQUIRES A SEPARATE RFP PROCESS.



WHEREAS, an RFP was administered (RFP No. 17-0013) and three proposals

were received; and,



WHEREAS, the proposal submitted by Hecht Burdeshaw Architects, Inc. met

all proposal requirements.



NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA, HEREBY RESOLVES AS

FOLLOWS:



That the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute a contract with Hecht

Burdeshaw Architects, Inc. (Columbus, GA) for architectural and engineering

services for Mott?s Green Plaza Enhancement. This project is GDOT funded.

_______________

Introduced at a regular meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia, held the

_________ day of __________________, 2017 and adopted at said meeting by the

affirmative vote of _________ members of said Council.



Councilor Allen voting __________.

Councilor Baker voting __________.

Councilor Barnes voting __________.

Councilor Davis voting __________.

Councilor Garrett voting __________.

Councilor Henderson voting __________.

Councilor Huff voting __________.

Councilor Thomas voting __________.

Councilor Turner Pugh voting __________.

Councilor Woodson voting __________.





______________________________ ________________________

Tiny B. Washington, Clerk of Council Teresa Pike Tomlinson, Mayor



?ITEM C?

A RESOLUTION

NO._____



A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH HEATH &

LINEBACK ENGINEERS, INC. (MARIETTA, GA) FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR INFANTRY

ROAD AND FOLLOW ME TRAIL. THE SERVICES ARE NOT BEING PROCURED UNDER THE ANNUAL

CONTRACT FOR ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING SERVICES BECAUSE GEORGIA DEPARTMENT

OF TRANSPORTATION, BY WHICH THE PROJECT IS FUNDED, REQUIRES A SEPARATE RFP

PROCESS.



WHEREAS, an RFP was administered (RFP No. 17-0022) and one proposal was

received; and,



WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 3-108, Item H of the Procurement

Ordinance, the Purchasing Division performed due diligence by conducting a

survey of non-responsive firms to determine if it was necessary to revise the

specifications to encourage more competition. Based on the responses to the

survey, the Purchasing Division determined that revisions were not required;

and,



WHEREAS, the proposal submitted by Heath & Lineback Engineers, Inc. met

all proposal requirements.



NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA, HEREBY RESOLVES AS

FOLLOWS:



That the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute a contract with

Heath & Lineback Engineers, Inc. (Marietta, GA) for engineering services for

Infantry Road and Follow Me Trail. This project is GDOT funded.



___________________

Introduced at a regular meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia,

held the _________ day of __________________, 2017 and adopted at said meeting

by the affirmative vote of _________ members of said Council.



Councilor Allen voting __________.

Councilor Baker voting __________.

Councilor Barnes voting __________.

Councilor Davis voting __________.

Councilor Garrett voting __________.

Councilor Henderson voting __________.

Councilor Huff voting __________.

Councilor Thomas voting __________.

Councilor Turner Pugh voting __________.

Councilor Woodson voting __________.







_____________________________ _________________________

Tiny B. Washington, Clerk of Council Teresa Pike Tomlinson, Mayor



?ITEM D?

A RESOLUTION

NO._____





A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PAYMENT TO THE GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL

RESOURCES FOR STATE MANDATED SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL FEES IN THE AMOUNT OF

$58,276.73.



WHEREAS, the fee is based on the total amount of solid waste disposed in a year. A

total of 79,288.07 tons of solid waste was disposed, at Pine Grove Landfill,

between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2016.



NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:



That the City Manager is hereby authorized to make payment to Georgia

Department of Natural Resources for state mandated solid waste disposal fees in

the amount of $58,276.73. Funds are budgeted in the FY17 Budget: Integrated

Waste Management Fund - Public Services - Pine Grove Landfill ? State Mandated

Waste Dump Fees; 0207-260-3560-PGRO-9208.

______________

Introduced at a regular meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia, held

the _________ day of __________________, 2017 and adopted at said meeting by

the affirmative vote of _________ members of said Council.



Councilor Allen voting __________.

Councilor Baker voting __________.

Councilor Barnes voting __________.

Councilor Davis voting __________.

Councilor Garrett voting __________.

Councilor Henderson voting __________.

Councilor Huff voting __________.

Councilor Thomas voting __________.

Councilor Turner Pugh voting __________.

Councilor Woodson voting __________.







_____________________________ ________________________

Tiny B. Washington, Clerk of Council Teresa Pike Tomlinson, Mayor



?ITEM E?

A RESOLUTION

NO._____



A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PAYMENT TO YANCEY BROTHER COMPANY (ATLANTA,

GA) FOR THE REPAIR OF A BULLDOZER, VEHICLE #10822, IN THE AMOUNT OF $35,381.16.



WHEREAS, the operator of VMO #10822 Caterpillar D7R Bulldozer reported that the

equipment would not go forward after putting it in gear. The mechanic

determined that the transmission was unserviceable. The equipment was sent to

Yancey Bros. for immediate repairs; and,

WHEREAS, the equipment is mission essential for meeting the daily maintenance

requirements at the Landfill and compliance with EPA; and,



WHEREAS, Yancey Brothers is the authorized dealer in Georgia to sell and repair

Caterpillar engines. Therefore, the vendor is deemed an only known source per

the Procurement Ordinance, Article 3-114.



NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:



That the City Manager is hereby authorized to make payment to Yancey

Brother Company (Atlanta, GA) for the repair of a bulldozer, Vehicle #10822, in

the amount of $35,381.16. Funds are available in the FY17 Budget: Integrated

Waste Management Fund ? Public Works ? Granite Bluff Inert Landfill - Auto

Parts and Supplies; 0207 ? 260 ? 3540 ? BLUF - 6721.

______________

Introduced at a regular meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia, held

the _________ day of __________________, 2017 and adopted at said meeting by

the affirmative vote of _________ members of said Council.



Councilor Allen voting __________.

Councilor Baker voting __________.

Councilor Barnes voting __________.

Councilor Davis voting __________.

Councilor Garrett voting __________.

Councilor Henderson voting __________.

Councilor Huff voting __________.

Councilor Thomas voting __________.

Councilor Turner Pugh voting __________.

Councilor Woodson voting __________.







_____________________________ ________________________

Tiny B. Washington, Clerk of Council Teresa Pike Tomlinson, Mayor



?ITEM F?

A RESOLUTION

NO._____



A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PAYMENT TO CUMMINS POWER SOUTH (ALBANY, GA)

FOR THE REPAIRS OF A FIRE TRUCK, VEHICLE #3169, IN THE AMOUNT OF $14,612.27.

WHEREAS, the Fire/EMS Department?s frontline vehicle, VMO 3169, had been to the

Fleet Shop multiple times for engine problems, preventing this unit from

responding to emergency calls. The Fleet Shop made several repairs, however,

the vehicle continued to unexpectedly shutdown. The field technician for

Cummins Power South performed tests on the engine and it was found to have

excessive blow-by, which required overhauling; and,



WHEREAS, Cummins Power South is the authorized repair dealer for the Cummins

engine installed in the Fire Truck. Therefore, the vendor is deemed an only

known source per the Procurement Ordinance, Article 3-114.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:



That the City Manager is hereby authorized to make payment to Cummins

Power South (Albany, GA) for the repairs of a Fire Truck, Vehicle #3169, in the

amount of $14,612.27. Funds are available in the FY17 Budget: General Fund ?

Fire/EMS ? Fire/EMS Operations - Auto Parts and Supplies; 0101 ? 410 ? 2100 ?

FOPR - 6721.

________________

Introduced at a regular meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia, held

the _________ day of __________________, 2017 and adopted at said meeting by

the affirmative vote of _________ members of said Council.



Councilor Allen voting __________.

Councilor Baker voting __________.

Councilor Barnes voting __________.

Councilor Davis voting __________.

Councilor Garrett voting __________.

Councilor Henderson voting __________.

Councilor Huff voting __________.

Councilor Thomas voting __________.

Councilor Turner Pugh voting __________.

Councilor Woodson voting __________.







_____________________________ _________________________

Tiny B. Washington, Clerk of Council Teresa Pike Tomlinson, Mayor



?ITEM G?

A RESOLUTION

NO._____



A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF DIGITAL CAMERAS AND

ACCESSORIES FROM B&H PHOTO AND VIDEO (NEW YORK, NY), IN THE AMOUNT OF

$13,587.00. THIS PURCHASE WILL BE ACCOMPLISHED BY COOPERATIVE PURCHASE VIA

NATIONAL IPA (NIPA) CONTRACT #R160901.

WHEREAS, the purchase includes 15 Cameras, Battery Packs, Remote Switches and

other accessories which will be used by the Crime Scene Investigative Division

of the Police Department to document crime scenes; and,

WHEREAS, National IPA saves time and money and provides cooperative buying

power of more than 48,000 entities. ???Current participants include state and

local government entities, educational institutions as well as nonprofit

organizations in all 50 states. Contracts are competitively solicited,

evaluated and awarded by a government entity acting as the lead agency.

Contracts are awarded utilizing industry best practices, processes and

procedures, ensuring maximum value and absolute security with complete??

transparency of the process. Cooperative Purchasing is authorized per the

City?s Procurement Ordinance, Article 9-101



NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:



That the City Manager is hereby authorized to purchase of digital

cameras and accessories from B&H Photo and Video (New York, NY), in the amount

of $13,587.00. This purchase will be accomplished by cooperative purchase via

National IPA (NIPA) Contract #R160901. Funds are budgeted in the FY17 Budget:

General Fund ? Police ? Investigative Services ? Operating Materials; 0101 ?

400 ? 3320 ?INVS ? 6728.

__________________



Introduced at a regular meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia,

held the _________ day of __________________, 2017 and adopted at said meeting

by the affirmative vote of _________ members of said Council.



Councilor Allen voting __________.

Councilor Baker voting __________.

Councilor Barnes voting __________.

Councilor Davis voting __________.

Councilor Garrett voting __________.

Councilor Henderson voting __________.

Councilor Huff voting __________.

Councilor Thomas voting __________.

Councilor Turner Pugh voting __________.

Councilor Woodson voting __________.







_______________________________ _____________________________

Tiny B. Washington, Clerk of Council Teresa Pike Tomlinson, Mayor



?ITEM H?



A RESOLUTION

NO._____



A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) TUB GRINDER (TG5000),

FROM VERMEER (MARIETTA, GA), IN THE AMOUNT OF $643,397.00, BY COOPERATIVE

PURCHASE VIA NATIONAL JOINT POWERS ALLIANCE (NJPA) CONTRACT #070313-VER.



WHEREAS, the TG5000 tub grinder will be used by the staff of the Pine

Grove Landfill. It is replacement equipment for #11393, which was irrevocably

damaged by fire.



NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA, HEREBY RESOLVES AS

FOLLOWS:



That the City Manager is hereby authorized to purchase one (1) TG5000

tub grinder from Vermeer (Marietta, GA) in the amount of $643,397.00. Funds are

budgeted in the FY17 Budget: Funds are budgeted in the FY17 Budget:

Integrated Waste Management Fund ? Public Works ? Pine Grove Landfill ? Capital

Expenditure ? over $5,000; 0207 ? 260 ? 3560 ? PGRO - 7761.

__________________



Introduced at a regular meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia,

held the _________ day of __________________, 2017 and adopted at said meeting

by the affirmative vote of _________ members of said Council.



Councilor Allen voting __________.

Councilor Baker voting __________.

Councilor Barnes voting __________.

Councilor Davis voting __________.

Councilor Garrett voting __________.

Councilor Henderson voting __________.

Councilor Huff voting __________.

Councilor Thomas voting __________.

Councilor Turner Pugh voting __________.

Councilor Woodson voting __________.







______________________________ _________________________

Tiny B. Washington, Clerk of Council Teresa Pike Tomlinson, Mayor



?ITEM I?

A RESOLUTION

NO._____



A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF STORAGE FOR NEW NETWORK

APPLICATIONS FROM DLT SOLUTIONS (HERNDON, VA), IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,636.20, BY

COOPERATIVE PURCHASE VIA THE NASPO WSCA CONTRACT #MNWNC-121.



WHEREAS, the storage is needed for the NetApp drives required to provide

storage for the new network applications. The storage is also part of

moving/updating all Windows XP virtual machines to Windows 10. Windows XP

machines are not supported and are vulnerable to Cyber Attack and cannot run

the current city software systems; and,



WHEREAS, since 1993, the Western States Contracting Alliance (WSCA) served as

the primary cooperative purchasing arm of NASPO and encouraged, fostered, and

guided participating members to work collaboratively in an effort to create

true procurement cooperatives. WSCA-NASPO represents a unified,

nationally-focused cooperative purchasing program that will leverage the

collective expertise and experience of WSCA and NASPO, aggregate the demand of

all 50 states, the District of Columbia and the five organized territories, and

their political subdivisions and other eligible entities, and help spur

innovation and competition in the marketplace. All authorized governmental

entities in any state are welcome to use WSCA-NASPO cooperative contracts with

the approval of that state's State Chief Procurement Official. Cooperative

purchasing benefits states as well as cities, counties, public schools,

institutions of higher education and other eligible entities. Cooperative

Purchasing is authorized per the City?s Procurement Ordinance, Article 9-101



NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:



That the City Manager is hereby authorized to purchase storage for new

network applications from DLT Solutions (Herndon, VA), in the amount of

$20,636.20, by cooperative purchase via the NASPO WSCA Contract #MNWNC-121.

Funds are budgeted in the FY17 Budget: General Fund ? Information Technology ?

Computer Equipment; 0101-210-1000-ISS-7751.

__________________



Introduced at a regular meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia,

held the _________ day of __________________, 2017 and adopted at said meeting

by the affirmative vote of _________ members of said Council.



Councilor Allen voting __________.

Councilor Baker voting __________.

Councilor Barnes voting __________.

Councilor Davis voting __________.

Councilor Garrett voting __________.

Councilor Henderson voting __________.

Councilor Huff voting __________.

Councilor Thomas voting __________.

Councilor Turner Pugh voting __________.

Councilor Woodson voting __________.







_____________________________ ________________________

Tiny B. Washington, Clerk of Council Teresa Pike Tomlinson, Mayor



?ITEM J?

A RESOLUTION

NO._____



A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF BLADE SERVERS FROM CPAK

(LAGRANGE, GA), IN THE AMOUNT OF $33,187.50, BY COOPERATIVE PURCHASE VIA

GEORGIA STATEWIDE CONTRACT # 99999-SPDT20120501-0006.



WHEREAS, the blade services are needed for the Cisco Blade Center to provide

processing power for the new network applications. The Blades are also part of

moving/updating all Windows XP virtual machines to Windows 10. Windows XP

machines are not supported and are vulnerable to Cyber Attack and cannot run

the current city software systems; and,



WHEREAS, the State Purchasing Division establishes Statewide Contracts (SWCs)

for the benefit of both State and Local government entities throughout Georgia.

By leveraging the State's purchasing power, SPD establishes competitive

statewide contracts for a variety of products, services, and equipment. State

and Local governments can benefit from the convenience and competitive pricing

of these pre-established contracts. Cooperative Purchasing is authorized per

the City?s Procurement Ordinance, Article 9-101



NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:



That the City Manager is hereby authorized to purchase blade servers

from CPAK (LaGrange, GA), in the amount of $33,187.50, by cooperative purchase

via Georgia Statewide Contract # 99999-SPDT20120501-0006. Funds are budgeted in

the FY17 Budget: General Fund ? Information Technology ? Computer Equipment;

0101-210-1000-ISS-7751.

________________



Introduced at a regular meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia,

held the _________ day of __________________, 2017 and adopted at said meeting

by the affirmative vote of _________ members of said Council.



Councilor Allen voting __________.

Councilor Baker voting __________.

Councilor Barnes voting __________.

Councilor Davis voting __________.

Councilor Garrett voting __________.

Councilor Henderson voting __________.

Councilor Huff voting __________.

Councilor Thomas voting __________.

Councilor Turner Pugh voting __________.

Councilor Woodson voting __________.







______________________________ ________________________

Tiny B. Washington, Clerk of Council Teresa Pike Tomlinson, Mayor



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