Design of Zarzamora Street Mid-Block Crossing Safety Project for the Transportation Department ID#: 25-211430 This contract will provide the Transportation Department with engineering, design, and construction phase support services for the Zarzamora Street Mid-Block Crossings Safety Project. This project is intended to improve pedestrian safety, accessibility, and incorporate landscaping and lighting where feasible. [John Peterek, Assistant City Manager; Catherine Hernandez, Director, Transportation] Procurement Method: Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Awarded Vendor(s): Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. Term of Contract: Upon award until completion of services anticipated through May 2028. Total Contract Value: $522,527.50 Annual Contract Value: Not Applicable Funding Source: $422,250 is available in the Safe Streets for All Grant with a cash match of $100,277.50 available in the General Fund FY 2026 Adopted Budget

Summary

The City of San Antonio has awarded a $522,527.50 contract to Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for engineering, design, and construction phase support services for the Zarzamora Street Mid-Block Crossings Safety Project. This project aims to improve pedestrian safety and accessibility along Zarzamora Street by designing eight new mid-block pedestrian crossings, each featuring a pedestrian hybrid beacon (PHB). The scope includes comprehensive data collection, environmental and utility coordination, streetscape design with landscaping and lighting where feasible, and extensive community engagement. Funding consists of $422,250 from a Safe Streets for All Grant and a $100,277.50 cash match from the General Fund FY 2026 Adopted Budget. The design phase will proceed through 40%, 70%, 95%, and 100% submittals, with the project anticipated to be ready to bid in December 2026 and services concluding by May 2028.

Citizen Impact

Residents using Zarzamora Street will benefit from significantly improved pedestrian safety and accessibility at eight key mid-block locations through the installation of new pedestrian hybrid beacons and enhanced crossings. The project also aims to beautify the corridor with new landscaping and lighting where possible.

Confidence

high