Professional Services (DA-2025-0015) - Approve spending authority in the total amount of $142,180.00 for electrical repair and rehabilitation of custom-designed art sculptures and landscape/pathway lighting located at the Washington/Westcott roundabout from Fisk Electric Co. for the Administration & Regulatory Affairs (ARA).
Specific Explanation:
The Director of the Administration & Regulatory Affairs and the Chief Procurement Officer recommend that City Council approve spending authority for the purchase of electrical repair and rehabilitation of custom-designed art sculptures and landscape/pathway lighting located at the Washington/Westcott roundabout to Fisk Electric Co. in the total amount of $142,180.00 for ARA and that authorization be given to issue a purchase order.
The scope of work requires the contractor to provide electrical repair and rehabilitation of custom-designed Lighted Art Sculptures and landscape/pathway lighting located at the Washington/Westcott roundabout. Installed in 2012, the lighting features have not functioned as intended for several years due to prolonged disrepair and lack of maintenance. The Light Garden Art Sculptures and the accompanying landscape and pathway lighting at the Westcott/Washington roundabout were originally installed in 2012. These custom-designed lighting features were created by a local artist, with Fisk Electric Co. responsible for the electrical work and the original design drawings. Over time, the installation has deteriorated due to a lack of routine maintenance. Acknowledging the cultural and aesthetic significance of the Light Garden, the Washington Parking Benefit District Advisory Committee has allocated dedicated funding to support the repair and restoration of both the sculptures and the associated lighting.
This recommendation is made pursuant to subsection 252.022(a)(4) of the Texas Local Government Code, which provides that “a procurement for personal, professional, or planning services” is exempt from the competitive requirements for purchases.
MWBE Participation:
Zero percentage goal document approved by the Office of Business Opportunity.
Hire Houston First:
The proposed contract requires compliance with the City’s “Hire Houston First” ordinance. Bids/proposals were not solicited because the department is utilizing a professional service contractor for this purchase.
Fiscal Note:
Funding for this item is included in the FY26 Adopted Budget. Therefore, no Fiscal Note is required as stated in the Financial Policies.
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Jedediah Greenfield, Chief Procurement Officer Department Approval Authority
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Estimated Spending Authority:
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Department
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FY2026
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Out Years
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Total
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Administration & Regulatory Affairs
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$142,180.00
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$0.00
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$142,180.00
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