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Public Works
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval to renew an existing contract - Department of Public Works, 23ITB08012023A-JWT, Water Quality Monitoring in the amount of $129,254.00 with Integrated Science Engineering, Inc. (Newman, GA), to provide water quality monitoring services. This action exercises the second of two renewal options. No renewal options remain. Effective dates: January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026.
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
In accordance with Purchasing Code Section 102-394(6), the Purchasing Department shall present all renewal requests to the Board of Commissioners at least 90 days prior to the contract renewal date, 60 days if the contract term is six (6) months or less.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Health and Human Services
Commission Districts Affected
All Districts ☐
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Is this a purchasing item?
Yes
Summary & Background: The Department of Public Works recommends approval to renew existing contract with Integrated Science Engineering, Inc. to provide water quality monitoring services.
Scope of Work: This contract with Integrated Science Engineering, Inc. provides essential water quality monitoring and related services required for Fulton County's compliance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for wastewater treatment. These permits mandate water quality monitoring in support of the County’s Watershed Protection Plan (WPP). The scope of work includes regular stream water quality monitoring and collection of samples for laboratory analysis. In 2026, Biological and Habitat assessments are also required to be conducted. To ensure full compliance with WPP requirements and meet the State of Georgia's Environmental Protection Division (EPD) reporting deadline of June 15 each year, a contract renewal is necessary.
Community Impact: Water quality monitoring provides the necessary data to determine if Fulton County’s efforts to reduce pollution in receiving streams and rivers are effective and meeting the intent of the state permits. This data is provided to the State of Georgia to assist in developing the environmental capacity of receiving streams to accept treated water discharges.
Department Recommendation: The Department of Public Works recommends approval.
Project Implications: Water quality monitoring is a regulatory requirement of the County’s National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits and wastewater discharge permits. Without this contract, the program would be negatively impacted, and the County will likely be in violation of its permits, which could expose the County to fines and possible criminal prosecution.
Community Issues/Concerns: No issues/concerns were raised by the community concerning this contract.
Department Issues/Concerns: Public Works staff did not raise any issues or concerns regarding the award of this contract.
Contract Modification:
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Current Contract History |
BOC Item |
Date |
Dollar Amount |
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Original Award Amount |
23-0827 |
11/15/2023 |
$100,512.00 |
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1st Renewal |
24-0628 |
10/2/2024 |
$129,254.00 |
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2nd Renewal |
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$129,254.00 |
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Total Revised Amount |
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$359,020.00 |
Contract & Compliance Information (Provide Contractor and Subcontractor details.)
Contract Value: $129,254.00
Prime Vendor: Integrated Science Engineering, Inc
Prime Status: Non-Minority
Location: Newman, GA
County: Coweta County
Prime Value: $63,140.58 or 48.85%
Subcontractor: Analytical Environmental Services Inc
Subcontractor Status: White American Female Business Enterprise
Location: Atlanta, GA
County: Fulton County
Contract Value: $29,146.78 or 22.55%
Subcontractor: Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc (VHB)
Subcontractor Status: Non-Minority
Location: Atlanta, GA
County: Fulton County
Contract Value: $39,966.64 or 28.60%
Total Contract Value: $129,254.00 or 100.00%
Total Certified Value: $29,146.78 or 22.55%
Exhibits Attached (Provide copies of originals, number exhibits consecutively, and label all exhibits in the upper right corner.)
Exhibit 1: Contract Renewal Agreement
Exhibit 2: Contract Renewal Evaluation Form
Exhibit 3: Contractor Performance Report
Contact Information (Type Name, Title, Agency and Phone)
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Roy Barnes, Deputy Director, Public Works, 404-612-6317
Contract Attached
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No
Previous Contracts
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Yes
Total Contract Value
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Original Approved Amount: |
$229,766.00 |
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Previous Adjustments: |
$0.00 |
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This Request: |
$129,254.00 |
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TOTAL: |
$359,020.00 |
Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
201-540-5420-1160: Water & Sewer Revenue, Public Works, Professional Services - $100,512.00
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Key Contract Terms |
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Start Date:
1/1/2026 |
End Date:
12/31/2026 |
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Cost Adjustment:
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Renewal/Extension Terms:
No options remain |
Overall Contractor Performance Rating: 85
Would you select/recommend this vendor again?
Yes
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Report Period Start: |
Report Period End: |
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10/1/2024 |
3/31/2025 |