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Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to execute a contract, and any necessary documents including any necessary subsequent amendments, with Selbert Perkins Design, Inc., of Playa Del Rey, CA, for wayfinding design services on an as-needed basis, in a total annual contract amount not to exceed $1,000,000 for a period of three years, with an option to renew for two additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Citywide)
Levine Act: Yes
DISCUSSION
City Council approval is requested to adopt a resolution and enter into a contract with Selbert Perkins Design, Inc. (Selbert Perkins), to provide as-needed wayfinding design services.
In 2017, Selbert Perkins developed the citywide pedestrian and vehicle wayfinding program, setting forth design guidelines for a cohesive appearance and design theme for new signs in public spaces. Public Works capital improvement projects often require wayfinding and signage solutions for these areas. However, the existing wayfinding guidelines have limited applicability and are unsuitable for every situation, necessitating further interpretation and design assistance.
Selbert Perkins is distinctly positioned to offer as-needed design support given their extensive experience in developing the citywide program, saving time and resources in ensuring continuity and coherence in design, compared to engaging a new vendor. Direct contracting with Selbert Perkins will also eliminate the time and resources associated with the competitive bidding process, ultimately delivering enhanced wayfinding signage to the community in a more expedited manner.
City Charter Section 1801 requires that contracts for City purchases be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder after a competitive bid process but allows for awards without a competitive bid process when authorized by a Resolution adopted by the City Council.
This matter was reviewed by Deputy City Attorney Vanessa S. Ibarra on J...
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