21-06-02 Auth Letter Signed~1.pdf

This document is an Authorization Letter signed by the Director of the Office of Contract Administration for the City of San Francisco. The letter authorizes the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) to proceed with a competitive procurement for as-needed Construction Management Services for Water System Improvement Program projects. The scope includes providing construction management, inspection, testing, and related services. The contract term is for 5 years with the option to extend for an additional 5 years. Proposals are due on July 15, 2021 by 2:00 PM. A mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for June 15, 2021.

The letter states the City's policy of promoting equitable contracting opportunities, including the requirement that 25% of contract work be performed by Local Business Enterprises (LBEs). Funding for the services will be provided through the SFPUC's Water System Improvement Program capital budget. The current incumbent contractor is XYZ Construction Management Inc., whose contract expires on September 30, 2021.