The City of Yakima (City) desires to enter into a contract with HLA Engineering and Land Surveying Inc (HLA) for providing professional engineering design and surveying (as needed) for Fruitvale Blvd / River Road / 34th Avenue Roundabouts. Improvements include the construction of two (2) roundabouts including a major roundabout on Fruitvale Blvd and a mini roundabout at 34th Ave and River Road. This will include sidewalks, lighting, crosswalks, and updating the approved environmental documentation
In December 2016, the City received federal funding for improvements at 34th Ave/Fruitvale Blvd. The original intent was for City staff to complete the work but changes in staffing have resulted in the need for a consultant to prepare the project for bidding. Additional funding has since been secured for the project as well. The project is funded by the Federal Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP), National Highway Freight Program, and direct state legislative funds. There are no match requirements for any of this funding.
Following FHWA requirements, an RFQ was advertised for this work with the HLA submitting the only proposal. The contract with HLA is in an amount not to exceed $512,400 and has been attached for City Council review. |