DEPARTMENT
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, 23ITB137357A-JWT, Soft Dig Services in an amount not to exceed $175,000.00 with A&K Services, LLC (Dawsonville, GA), to provide soft dig services. This action exercises the first of two renewal options. One renewal option remains. Effective dates: January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. (APPROVED)
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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
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IS THIS A PURCHASING ITEM?
Yes
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND: The Department of Public Works requests approval to renew the contract with A&K Services, LLC, to provide soft dig services.
Scope of Work: This contract will provide soft dig services from A&K Services, LLC in order to assist the Department of Public Works to locate gas, electric, and telecommunication utility lines that may be near water and sanitary sewer infrastructure.
Community Impact: Soft dig services enable Fulton County water system personnel to identify gas, electric, fiber optic, and telephone utilities and minimize damage to water services without digging. Digging can impact commerce and citizen health if utility lines are damaged.
Department Recommendation: The Department of Public Works recommends the BOC grant approval to renew the existing contract.
Project Implications: Soft dig services provide a safe means of e...
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