Report to City Council
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TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Melissa Walker, Public Works Director/City Engineer
AGENDA DATE: April 15, 2025
TITLE: MORENO VALLEY UTILITY BUILDING REMODEL
(REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS)
TITLE SUMMARY: Authorize the Award of A Professional Services Contract to Hammle, Green, and Abrahamson, Inc. for the Moreno
Valley Utility Building Remodel Design Project Number 805 0078
Recommendation(s)
That the City Council:
1. Authorize the a ward of a Professional Services Contract to Hammle, Green and Abrahamson, Inc., for the MVU building remodel; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Hammle, Green and Abrahamson, Inc. in the amount of $375,889 funded by Moreno Valley Utility’s Restricted Assets Fund (6011); and
3. Authorize the issuance of a Purchase Order to Hammle, Green and Abrahamson, Inc for the amount of $375,889 when the contract has been signed by all parties; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute any subsequent Amendments to the Agreement with Hammle, Green and Abrahamson, Inc within the City Council approved annual budgeted amounts, including the authority to authorize the associated purchase orders in accordance with the terms of the agreement, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
SUMMARY
This report recommends approval of a contract with Hammel, Green and Abrahamson, Inc. (HGA) to provide engineering, design, LEED management, and construction
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management services for the remodel of the Moreno Valley Utility (MVU) building located at 14225 Corporate Way, Moreno Valley, CA 92553. One of the goals of the remodel is to achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification, with a target of Gold Certification. That is a high standard for sustainability in existing buildings.
LEED certification is an internationally recognized symbol of excellence in green building practices, promoting energy efficiency, water conservation, impro ved indoor air quality, and responsible use of resources. The Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) project is funded with Moreno Valley Utility’s Restricted Assets Fund (6011).
DISCUSSION
Moreno Valley Utility issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to hire a LEED -certified architectural firm to develop architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing plan sets and professional consulting services for the Moreno Valley Utility Building Remodel (14225 Corporate Way, Moreno Valley, CA 92553).
This project aims to r emodel and enhance the existing utility building with sustainable design features and technologies to achieve a minimum of LEED Gold certification if possible. The building will undergo significant remodeling, including architectural design, power, and lighting system upgrades, along with the integration of new, energy -efficient technologies. Key features of the remodel include but aren’t limited to the installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, solar carports, backup power supply for the building, low -water consumption landscaping, acoustic paneling, and energy -efficient window film. The selected firm will be responsible for developing comprehensive design plans, managing the LEED Gold certification process, and providing technical oversight as the Owner's Engineer throughout the project's duration.
The plan sets shall also include the design of various additional features, including but not limited to: decorative block wall, paved parking, bulletproof store front for taking payments and public interaction, and motorized gates for employee access.
By pursuing LEED certification, MVU demonstrates its commitment to environmental stewardship, reducing the building’s operational costs, and supporting the City’s broader sustainability goals. MVU recently purchased its new office building which will serve as the companies headquarters and main place of business at 14225 Corporate Way, Moreno Valley, CA.
The City issued a Notice Inviting Bids for the project in OpenGov on January 23, 2025.
The proposal due date was February 20, 2025. The City received four proposals. After review, it was found that Hammle, Green, and Abrahamson, Inc. had the highest rated proposal, as well as the lowest price.
Requests for Proposals (RFP) for Professional Consultant Se rvices were advertised on January 23, 2025, and formal proposal procedures have been followed in conformance with Public Contract Code. Proposals were received via the electronic bid management system, OpenGov.com, on February 20 , 2025. The City received four (4) sealed bid proposals from BFK Architecture + Planning, Hammle, Green, and Abrahamson Inc, IDS
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Group, Inc, and SVA Architects Inc.
A proposal review panel formed with Moreno Valley Utility staff evaluated and ranked the proposals as follows:
1. Hammle, Green and Abrahamson, Inc
2. BFK Architecture + Planning
3. IDS Group, Inc.
4. SVA Architects, Inc.
From the strengths of their proposal, the City determined Hammle, Green, and Abrahamson, Inc to be the most qualified firm to perform the work consisting of engineering design and construction support. The selection process was pursuant to the City’s Municipal Code requirements for professional services procurement.
ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve and authorize the recommended action as presented in this staff report.
This alternative will provide for the ultimate, timely professional services of the MVU building remodel Project.
2. Do not approve and authorize the recommended actions as presented in this staff report. This Alternative will result in delays to the building remodel of the MVU office headquarters.
FISCAL IMPACT
The CIP project, MVU Building Remodel (805 0078), is funded by the Moreno Valley Utility’s Restricted Assets Fund (6011). There is no impact to the General Fund.
GL Account Project No. Available FY 2024/25
Project Budget
6011-70-80-80005-720199 805 0078-6011-99 $508,670.47
NOTIFICATION
Posting of the Agenda.
PREPARATION OF STAFF REPORT
Prepared By: Department Head Approval:
Ariel Dunning, P.E. Melissa Walker, P.E.
Senior Electrical Engineer Public Works Director/City Engineer Concurred By:
Jason Niccoli, P.E.
Electric Utility Division Manager
CITY COUNCIL GOALS
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Public Facilities and Capital Projects: Ensure that needed public facilities, road way improvements, and other infrastructure improvements are constructed and maintained.
CITY COUNCIL STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Objective 5.2: Promote the installation and maintenance of cost effective, low maintenance landscape, hardscape and other improvements which create a clean, inviting community.
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Report Approval Details
Document
Title:
STAFFREPORT_PW_MVU_MVU_BUILDING_REMODEL.docx
Attachments: - Location_Map.pdf
- Agreement - Hammel Green Abrahamson.docx
Final Approval
Date:
Apr 9, 2025
This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below:
Melissa Walker
Sean Kelleher
Natalia Lopez
Dena Heald
Launa Jimenez
Brian Mohan
Patty Rodriguez