Professional Design Services Hinckley Lake Dam Modifications

The contract is for professional design services for the Hinckley Lake Dam modifications. The scope of work includes due diligence, preliminary design, and preparation of a preliminary design report. The contract was awarded to Michael Baker International, Inc. for a not-to-exceed amount of $226,313.00. The project involves the modification of the Hinckley Dam, which is a Class I dam regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. The dam is located in the Hinckley Reservation, which comprises 2,953 acres in Medina County. The project aims to address sedimentation and siltation issues that have partially impeded the lake. • The contract is for the preliminary design phase, with a separate proposal to be requested for the final construction documents and permitting phase. • The project involves a teaming arrangement with a selected construction manager at risk. • The preliminary design report will be used to prepare final cost estimates and construction documents. • The contract was awarded through a competitive process, with six firms responding to the RFQu and three firms being interviewed. • Michael Baker International, Inc. was identified as the most qualified firm based on their experience and qualifications.