Description
Title: Authorize an amendment to the contract for professional services for the Airport Program Management Support Consultant Services for Austin Aviation with WSP USA INC., in the amount of $27,000,000 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $67,000,000. Funding: $27,000,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Aviation.
Summary
The City of Austin is considering an amendment to a contract with WSP USA Inc. for Airport Program Management Support Consultant Services, increasing the total contract amount to $67 million. This amendment, which seeks an additional $27 million, is necessitated by significant growth in demand at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, leading to expanded airport facilities and infrastructure projects. The contract supports the Airport Expansion and Development Program (AEDP) by providing specialized staff such as project managers and construction managers to ensure efficient construction while maintaining ongoing airport operations. This amendment impacts airport operations and stakeholders, emphasizing the need for expert management in a complex environment.