First Amendment to Agreement with Tetra Tech, Inc. for additional design services for Well 29 Equipping.

Summary

This item approves a First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Tetra Tech, Inc. for additional design services related to the Well 29 Equipping project. The amendment increases the total not-to-exceed compensation by $191,200, bringing the total project cost to $937,200. These additional funds are needed to update construction plans and specifications to meet current fire and building codes, obtain necessary permits, and provide construction support services. Phase 1 (well drilling) was completed in January 2026, and Phase 2 (equipping) is anticipated to begin in fall 2026. Well 29 is expected to produce approximately 3,000 gallons per minute and is crucial for the City's water supply.

Citizen Impact

This amendment increases the budget for the Well 29 project by $191,200, funded through the Water utility fund. This ensures the project can proceed to update plans and meet current codes, ultimately supporting the reliability of the City's water supply.

Confidence

high