An ordinance approving a contract for technical and engineering services for between RAGAN-SMITH ASSOCIATES, LLC and the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County.

Summary

This ordinance approves a significant Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for technical and engineering services with Ragan-Smith Associates, LLC, one of 30 firms awarded under Solicitation Number 393385. The contract, with an estimated value of $44,200,000.00, will support the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (Metro), particularly the Nashville Department of Transportation (NDOT) and its 'Choose How You Move' (CHYM) initiative.

The comprehensive scope of services covers a wide array of architectural and engineering needs, including multimodal planning, infrastructure design, traffic operations, environmental impact analysis, safety planning, bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, transit planning, and construction engineering inspection (CEI). It also includes specialized services like LiDAR, GIS, and grant/loan assistance. The initial term is 36 months, from January 2, 2026, to January 1, 2029, with potential extensions up to a total of 96 months.

This contract is crucial for NDOT's responsibilities, which encompass road maintenance, traffic signals, paving, sidewalks, and capital roadway improvements. It incorporates various federal and local compliance requirements, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Civil Rights laws, Clean Air Act, and Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) program goals, targeting 18% SBE/SDV, 7% MBE, and 5% WBE participation.

Citizen Impact

This $44.2 million contract directly impacts residents by funding the planning, design, and oversight of critical transportation infrastructure across Nashville and Davidson County. It will lead to improvements in roads, bridges, sidewalks, bike lanes, and public transit, aiming to enhance mobility, safety, and environmental sustainability for all citizens through the 'Choose How You Move' initiative.

Confidence

high