Award sole source contract for Central Richmond Greenway bike trail construction management
In Plain English
The city needs a project manager to oversee bidding and construction of the western segment of the Central Richmond Greenway bike trail. Only one company, Vali Cooper and Associates, can provide these specialized services. If approved, they will manage contractors and ensure the project stays on schedule and budget.
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Votes
To approve the contract
7 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously approved hiring Vali Cooper and Associates as the sole contractor to manage construction of the western segment of the Central Richmond Greenway bike trail. The city determined that only this company has the specialized expertise needed to oversee the bidding process and manage contractors for this specific project. The project manager will be responsible for keeping the trail construction on schedule and within budget. This approval allows the city to move forward with the next phase of expanding the popular bike trail system.
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