SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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Approve Work Order to American Infrastructure Development, Inc., of Tampa, FL, for Airpark Terminal and Parking Lot Improvements (23-0015-AP) design in the amount of $432,400.50 pursuant to Request for Qualification (RFQ) 17-24 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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SUMMARY:
On January 12, 2023, City Council approved the Lease and Property Operating Agreement (Operating Agreement) with FlyUSA to manage the Clearwater Airpark, and subsequently approved the First Amendment to the Lease and Property Operating Agreement on March 7, 2024.
On May 18, 2023, Council Approved a Resolution 23-07 and a Public Transportation Grant Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation in the amount of $300,000.00 for the design of a new terminal building at Clearwater Airpark (Grant 1). FDOT is to pay 80% ($240,000.00) with the Airpark Reserves to match 20% ($60,000.00) which will be reimbursed by the Airpark Operator, FlyUSA, through terms of their operating agreement.
On February 15, 2024, Council Approved a Resolution 24-01 and a Public Transportation Grant Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation in the amount of $800,000.00 for the design and expansion of the Clearwater Airpark parking lot (Grant 2). The State is to pay 80% ($640,000.00) and the Airpark Reserves to pay 20% ($160,000.00) which will be reimbursed by FlyUSA.
On January 22, 2024, A Request for Qualifications (RFQ 17-24) solicitation was released for Design Services for Airpark Renovations. The selection committee consisting of representatives from Public Works, Marine and Aviation, and FlyUSA carefully reviewed each of the submittals received. Each submittal was ranked on the RFQ criteria and overall responsiveness to the RFQ requirements. American Infrastructure Development, Inc. was selected to provide the requested Design Services due to their demonstrated experience in design work, working within the assurances of Public Transportation Grant Agreements, and designing terminal buildings and other airport facilities specifically working within all regulations set forth by FAA and FDOT.
American Infrastructure Development, Inc. will provide discovery, conceptual design services including programming, conceptual design rendered elevations, development of permit and construction documents and full A/E services for the terminal building and parking lot sitework. They will also be providing architectural, civil, building, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection service and will serve as the prime consultant for the project.
The design cost for the parking lot is $71,773.00. The design cost for the terminal and FBO building is $360,627.50, which exceeds the FDOT match of $240,000.00 under Grant 1. The City plans to seek additional grant funding through an amendment to Grant 1, the application of which is pending. Regardless of whether or not additional funding is awarded, FlyUSA is responsible for reimbursing the City for any additional cash match required for grants or covering 100% of the remaining costs for redeveloping the terminal and FBO building, as indicated in Article 12 of the Lease and Property Operation Agreement between the City of Clearwater and FlyUSA.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funds are available in capital improvement project 302-G2307, Airpark Operations Center, to fund this work order. This project is funded by grant revenues from FDOT and reimbursement revenues from the airpark operator, FlyUSA.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
High Performing Government
1.2 Maintain public infrastructure, mobility systems, natural lands, environmental resources, and historic features through systematic management efforts.
Economic & Housing Opportunity
2.2 Cultivate a business climate that welcomes entrepreneurship, inspires local investment, supports eco-friendly enterprises, and encourages high-quality job growth.
2.3 Promote Clearwater as a premier destination for entertainment, cultural experiences, tourism, and national sporting events.
