Explanation
1. BACKGROUND
This ordinance authorizes the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a contract with MurphyEpson, Inc. for professional services for the Lead Service Line Public Information Outreach project, CIP #690700-100001, in an amount up to $546,975.55.
The services provided in the Lead Service Line Public Information Outreach project are intended to:
1. Meet all baseline communications requirements set forth in the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions and anticipated Lead and Copper Improvements Rule.
2. Engage Columbus residents and key stakeholders in DOW’s Lead Service Line goals, activities, and education and share information transparently.
3. Maintain a responsive resident interaction process and share information transparently throughout Lead Service Line program design and implementation.
4. Promote lead identification, replacement programs and testing programs.
The Lead Service Line Public Information Outreach contractor shall be responsible for developing communication messaging (including design and graphics); providing general project information and education; receiving resident inquiries and coordinating responses with the City team; and providing support to the construction teams operating in active Lead Service Line neighborhoods. The consultant will consolidate resident feedback for the City to identify issues and recommend strategies/solutions.
The Community Planning Area is 99 Citywide.
TIMELINE: This is a planned three-year contract with potential modifications to add funding. The contract term will begin the date the City executes the contract.
ESTIMATED COST OF PROJECT: The original agreement amount is $546,975.55. It is not known at this time if funding modifications will be needed or the amount of those modifications.
Original Contract: $546,975.55
Renewal #1 TBD
Renewal #2 TBD
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