Continuing Professional Engineering Services

The Hernando County Board of County Commissioners has awarded a contract to Jones Edmunds & Associates, Inc. for Continuing Professional Engineering Services. The contract is for a term of three years, with the option to renew for two additional one-year periods. The scope of work includes providing engineering services for various projects in Hernando County, including design, planning, and construction management. The contract also outlines the responsibilities of both the County and the Engineer, including the payment terms, insurance requirements, and termination procedures. The contract value is not explicitly stated, but it is estimated to be in the range of hundreds of thousands of dollars, based on the scope of work and the hourly rates provided. Key aspects of the contract include: • The Engineer will provide professional engineering services for various projects in Hernando County. • The contract term is three years, with the option to renew for two additional one-year periods. • The County will pay the Engineer based on an hourly rate, with a maximum amount specified for each task order. • The Engineer will be responsible for maintaining accurate records and submitting invoices to the County for payment. • The contract includes provisions for termination, dispute resolution, and changes to the scope of work. Some of the key benefits of this contract for the County include: • Access to professional engineering services for various projects in Hernando County. • A clear outline of the responsibilities and expectations for both the County and the Engineer. • A flexible payment structure, with the option to adjust the scope of work and payment terms as needed. • Provisions for termination and dispute resolution, to protect the interests of both parties. Overall, this contract provides a framework for the County to access professional engineering services, while also ensuring that the Engineer is aware of their responsibilities and expectations.