An ordinance approving a contract for technical and engineering services for between SMITH SECKMAN REID, INC and the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County.

The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County is approving a $44.2 million contract with Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. for comprehensive technical and engineering services. This contract is part of an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) award, with Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. being one of 30 firms selected through RFP #393385.

The 36-month term (estimated January 2, 2026 - January 1, 2029) can be extended up to 96 months. The services, managed by the Nashville Department of Transportation (NDOT), are extensive and include a wide array of support for Metro's 'Choose How You Move' (CHYM) initiative.

Key service categories include: Multimodal and Transit Planning, Infrastructure Design (roads, bridges, sidewalks, bikeways), Traffic Flow and Operations, Environmental Impact Analysis, Safety Planning, Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI), and Survey/CAD services. The contract also mandates adherence to various federal regulations, including ADA and civil rights provisions, and sets targets for 18% SBE/SDV and 7% MBE / 5% WBE participation.

Hourly rates for services range from $60/hour for a SUB Laborer to $350/hour for a PRIME Director/Associate, with annual escalation/de-escalation capped at 3% based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI).

This contract will fund essential transportation and infrastructure projects across Nashville and Davidson County, leading to improved roads, sidewalks, bikeways, and public transit options. Residents will benefit from enhanced safety, better traffic flow, and more sustainable urban planning, supporting the 'Choose How You Move' initiative.

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