This contract is for continuing engineering professional services, specifically for federal funds, between Pinellas County and H. W. Lochner, Inc. The services include providing professional engineering services to implement the Public Works Department Capital Improvement Program, including project management, design, permitting, and other engineering services. The contract has a term of 5 years, with a maximum compensation of $6,000,000. The contract also includes provisions for payment schedules, invoicing requirements, and termination. Some key points of the contract include:
• The consultant will provide professional engineering services on an as-needed basis.
• The County will provide written notice to proceed for each work assignment.
• The consultant will submit a detailed scope of work and a not-to-exceed budget for each assignment.
• The contract includes provisions for termination, dispute resolution, and changes to the scope of work.
• The consultant must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
• The contract includes provisions for insurance, indemnification, and liability.
The contract is important for Pinellas County as it provides a framework for the provision of professional engineering services for federal funds, ensuring that the county's infrastructure projects are completed efficiently and effectively.