DATE: SEPTEMBER 29, 2026
DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC WORKS
FROM: DAVID JACOBS, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
BY: ADRIANA ROBLES, PE, CFM, CITY ENGINEER JONATHAN HERNANDEZ, ASSISTANT ENGINEER TITLE: AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES WITH BKF (FORMERLY MNS ENGINEERS INC.) RECOMMENDED MOTION:
A motion to approve a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement for Professional Services with BKF (formerly MNS Engineers Inc) for construction management services of the Boronda Road Congestion Relief Project-Phase 1 to increase the total compensation amount by $306,900 for a maximum compensation amount not to exceed $2,136,148.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
On May 7, 2024, the Salinas City Council authorized a Professional Services Agreement with MNS Engineers, Inc. (MNS) for the construction management of the Boronda Road Congestion Relief Project, Phase 1 in an amount not to exceed $1,829,248. In early 2026, BKF Engineers and MNS Engineers merged to become BKF. Due to extended construction timeline, BKF requested additional compensation in the amount of $306,900 to cover the extra costs. Amendment No. 1 will increase the contract cap by that amount to a maximum of $2,136,148.
BACKGROUND:
Phase 1 of the Boronda Road Congestion Relief Project began construction on November 12, 2024, the scope of work includes the construction of a roundabout at Boronda Road and McKinnon Street, widening of East Boronda Road from east of Dartmouth Way to west of El Dorado Drive from two lanes to four lanes, relocation of existing agricultural ditches, construction of stormwater treatment facilities and bioretention facilities to mitigate runoff from the improvements, installation of buffered bike lanes and shared used paths, installation of flashing beacon systems, construction of bus pullouts, street lighting, sidewalks, ADA-compliant curb ramps, installation of storm drain lines, sanitary sewer mainlines, street signs, striping and landscaping.
On May 7, 2024, the Council authorized an Agreement with MNS for construction management in an amount not to exceed $1,829,248. MNS has been responsible for construction management as well as construction inspections, labor compliance, environmental and biological monitoring services, materials and field-testing services and public outreach.
On March 31, 2026, BKF Engineers and MNS Engineers merged to become BKF.
The project encountered a 114-day suspension due to a delayed start and weather conditions, along with a 43-day extension via multiple change orders and 37 additional non-working days. Although originally scheduled for a 13-month construction window, these disruptions extended the estimated construction timeline to 19 months for substantial completion. As a result, BKF requested a contract increase to cover the extra costs of this extended schedule. As the project nears completion, staff recommends Council approve a Resolution increasing the contract by $306,900 to finalize the work.
CEQA CONSIDERATION:
Not a Project. The City of Salinas has determined that the proposed action is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (CEQA Guidelines Section 15378). In addition, CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 includes the general rule that CEQA applies only to activities which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Because the proposed action and this matter have no potential to cause any effect on the environment, or because it falls within a category of activities excluded as projects pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378, this matter is not a project. Because the matter does not cause a direct or foreseeable indirect physical change on or in the environment, this matter is not a project. Any subsequent discretionary projects resulting from this action will be assessed for CEQA applicability.
CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES:
Yes.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
The project addresses the City Council’s Strategic Goals of Infrastructure, Public Safety, and Environmental Sustainability and Climate Resiliency as construction of the roundabout improves the condition of City’s streets, sidewalks and lighting, improves public safety, and integrates green infrastructure.
DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
The Public Works Department manages the consultants’ contract with assistance from the Finance Department to administer payments.
FISCAL AND SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:
This action has no anticipated impact on the General Fund. Sufficient funds have been allocated for CIP 9510 in 5800.50.9510. MNS fees will be paid based on the hourly rates/fee schedule for a total amount not to exceed $2,136,148.
Fund
General Ledger Number (Operating/CIP)
General Ledger Account Name
Remaining Budget Appropriation
Amount Requested
1200
5800.50.9510-66.4000
Capital Outlays Improvements Other Than Bldg.
$376,147
$306,900
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution
Agreement Amendment
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