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Consider a memorandum/resolution authorizing the execution of a Professional Services Agreement with Michael W. Marrs Architects, Inc. for the design of the Killeen Animal Shelter Renovations Project in the amount of $191,500.00.
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DATE: October 20, 2026
TO: Laurie Wilson, Interim City Manager
FROM: Andrew Zagars, P.E., City Engineer
SUBJECT: Authorize the execution of a Professional Services Agreement with Michael W. Marrs Architects, Inc. for the Design of the Killeen Animal Shelter Renovations Project in the amount of $191,500.00
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
On July 21, 2023, the city purchased the animal shelter located at 3518 East Rancier Avenue. The city began utilizing the existing clinic for the city animal control services and surgery center. The facility closed in April of 2026 due to the presence of mold. The city remediated the mold and reviewed the options of renovating the building for the uses needed by the city. The City contacted Michael Marrs Architects to review the options on remodeling the building. The options included installing floor drains, remodeling the kennel spaces, creating separate facilities for both cats and dogs, and reviewing the surgical spaces and office spaces.
City staff has negotiated a professional services agreement (PSA) with Michael W. Marrs Architects, Inc. for the design of the Killeen Animal Shelter Renovation Project in the amount of $191,500.00. This includes the full amount of design for both proposed phases of the concept design.
THE ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
N/A
Which alternative is recommended? Why?
N/A
CONFORMITY TO CITY POLICY:
This item conforms with state and local policies. Texas Government Code, Chapter 2254, states that contracts for the procurement of defined professional services may not be awarded on the basis of competitive bids. Instead, they must be awarded on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
What is the amount of the revenue/expenditure in the current fiscal year? For future years?
The total amount of this contract is $191,500.00.
Is this a one-time or recurring revenue/expenditure?
This is a one-time expenditure.
Is this revenue/expenditure budgeted?
Yes, funds are available in the CIP account 300-56200-900-280-926051.
If not, where will the money come from?
N/A
Is there a sufficient amount in the budgeted line-item for this revenue/expenditure?
yes
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the city council authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Michael W. Marrs Architects, Inc. for the design of the Killeen Animal Shelter Renovation Project in the amount of $191,500.00, and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute any and all change orders within the amount set by state or local laws.
DEPARTMENTAL CLEARANCES:
Engineering Services
Finance
City Attorney
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Proposal
Agreement
Certificate of Interested Parties
Presentation