Resolution awarding a Continuing Service Contract to Thompson Consulting Services, LLC (TCS) 1135 Townpark Avenue, Suite 2101, Lake Mary, FL 32746, in accordance with Chapter 30 of the City Code, for as-needed Disaster Debris Monitoring and Related Services, for a three-year term with the option to renew for two (2) additional one (1) year renewal terms, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the contracts providing an effective date, and permitting the City Manager to exercise renewal options.  In order to be prepared to protect the City and assist in the recovery of a disaster with hurricane season upon us, a debris monitoring contract in place ensures the City of receiving FEMA assistance. Thompson conducts, free of charge, multiple annual meetings with City personnel and agents for general pre-event planning purposes. In any disaster event, time is of the essence. Thompson personnel will mobilize to the City’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) within eight hours of issuance, and will commence services within 24 hours of issuance. Thompson shall provide the required services diligently, continuously, and in an uninterrupted manner so as to ensure timely completion.  No City Funding needed to issue contract.

Recommendation:  Deputy Public Works Director recommends adoption of the Resolution.