This contract awards design‑service professional‑services to OAC Services for the New Start Center (a transitional shelter/bridge‑housing project) in Everett, Washington. The County leveraged ARPA‑funded CLFR grant money to secure pre‑construction architectural and engineering design work, enabling the project to move toward construction‑ready plans. The award is a lump‑sum award of $441,160, with the ability to issue amendments up to $88,232 (20 % of the base amount). The procurement was conducted via an open RFQ (RFQ‑24‑002TB) and the award was formally authorized by County Council Motion 24‑272 on 10 July 2024.
• Scope: Pre‑construction architectural and engineering services for the New Start Facility (transitional shelter).
• Funding: Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery (CLFR) grant under the American Rescue Plan Act.
• Vendor: OAC Services, a Consertus Company – single‑award, lump‑sum contract.
• Value: $441,160 base price, with amendment ceiling of $88,232.