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Consider a memorandum/resolution authorizing the execution of the Professional Servies Agreement with Garver, LLC for the design of Zephyr Road Reconstruction in the amount of $2,051,906.90
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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 Garver, LLC for the design of Zephyr Road Reconstruction in the amount of $2,051,906.90
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
The Zephyr Road Reconstruction Project was listed in the 2022 CIP list for streets to be reconstructed. The project was the next roadway to follow Bunny Trail, Gilmer, Watercrest, Willow Springs, and Stagecoach. The project addresses serious road degradation, outdated underground utility infrastructure, landscaping to match the City of Killeen’s beautification efforts, as well as updating lighting and traffic signals.
Key elements of the 1.9-mile three lane roadway reconstruction, incudes a center turn lane/median, sidewalks with ADA compliant ramps, bicycle accommodations, intersection improvements, street lighting and traffic signal improvements, and access management.
City staff have negotiated a professional services agreement (PSA) with Garver, LLC for the design of the Zephyr Road Reconstruction Project in the amount of $2,051,906.90. Garver has provided exceptional design for the City of Killeen on several projects in the past.
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 based on competitive bids. Instead, they must be awarded based on 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 $2,051,906.90 will be encumbered in FY 2027.
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 Street Maintenance Fund, Design/Engineering account 225-56200-900-450-926007.
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 Garver, LLC for the design of the Zephyr Road Reconstruction Project in the amount of $2,051,906.90, and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute any and all change orders within the amounts set by State and Local law.
DEPARTMENTAL CLEARANCES:
Engineering
Finance
City Attorney
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Proposal
Agreement
Certificate of Interested Parties
Presentation