The bill proposes the approval of Contract No. DCAM-23-CS-RFP-0037 with BSC-CWC New Fort Davis JV, LLC for the modernization of the Fort Davis Community Center, with a not-to-exceed amount of $6,202,654. This includes an initial letter contract of $990,000 for design build services, which covers design development, permitting, and pre-construction planning. The project aims to demolish the existing recreation center and construct a new two-story facility with various recreational amenities, expected to be substantially completed by January 21, 2027. The contract was awarded through a competitive Request for Proposals process, ensuring compliance with tax laws and legal sufficiency, and includes provisions for maintaining a "Clean Hands" certification and adherence to various legal and administrative requirements.
Additionally, the bill outlines the procedures for executing the contract, including the extension of the Letter Contract duration and the responsibilities of the Design-Builder. It emphasizes the importance of sustainability, requiring compliance with the Davis Bacon Act and the Living Wage Act, and mandates the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) throughout the project lifecycle. The bill also includes provisions for regular progress reporting, penalties for delays, and the establishment of an Award Fee Evaluation Committee to assess the Design-Builder's performance. Overall, the bill aims to ensure a comprehensive and sustainable approach to the construction and operation of the community center while promoting accountability and transparency in the contracting process.