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MOTION TO APPROVE A WORK ORDER AUTHORIZATION WITH CRAVEN THOMPSON & ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING AND SURVEYING SERVICES FOR STRATEGIC PLAN PROJECT REC07 - WEST PINES SOCCER PARK ARTIFICIAL TURF IN THE AMOUNT OF $198,360
Summary Explanation and Background
SUMMARY EXPLANATION AND BACKGROUND:
1. On December 4, 2024, the City Commission adopted the Strategic Plan titled “We Love Pembroke Pines: A Blueprint for a Brighter Future.” The Strategic Plan identified key investments in parks and recreation facilities to address aging infrastructure, expand recreational opportunities, and enhance quality of life for residents. As part of the Strategic Plan implementation, West Pines Soccer Park was identified as a priority project to improve field playability, increase field availability, and enhance the overall experience for athletes and park users. The project includes the conversion of the existing northwestern two soccer fields from natural grass to synthetic turf surfaces, associated drainage improvements, and related site enhancements.
2. On October 15, 2025, the City Commission approved funding for Year One Strategic Plan Recreation Projects, which included $200,000 for the design of the West Pines Soccer Park Artificial Turf Project. This funding is intended to support the design phase only, with construction to be considered at a future date.
3. On January 21, 2026, the City Commission approved continuing contracts under RFQ #PSPW-23-20 for CCNA professional services, establishing a pool of pre-qualified consultants across multiple disciplines. In accordance with these agreements, staff selected Craven Thompson & Associates, Inc. from the pre-qualified firms under Trade A - General Civil and Environmental Engineering Services, based on their qualifications, experience with similar municipal projects, and ability to assemble a multidisciplinary team to support the project.
4. The process outlined in the continuing services agreement requires...
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