Authorize Execution of an Agreement with the University of Texas at Arlington in an Amount Not to Exceed $400,000.00 to Provide Research Services and Assistance in Lieu of Consultants to the Transportation and Public Works Department for Various Work Activities on an As-Needed (Task Order) Basis (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)

It is recommended that the City Council authorize the execution of an Agreement with the University of Texas at Arlington, in an amount not to exceed $400,000.00, for a duration concurrent with the availability of funds to provide research services for Transportation and Public Works Department on various work activities on an as needed (task order) basis.

This contract will provide a wide variety of research services by researchers and students at the University of Texas at Arlington to assist Transportation and Public Works staff in various work activities such as policies, standards, procedures, materials and new delivery techniques on an as needed (task order) basis. An initial task order will be to assist in updating the City's Utility Construction Policy and pavement restoration techniques. The Agreement will expire when authorized funds have been exhausted or services are no longer needed.

This contract will be with a governmental entity, state agency or public institution of higher education: University of Texas Arlington.