Title
Request Authorization to Extend Federal Representation Contracts with Murray, Montgomery & O'Donnell (Ordinance S-44393)
Description
Request authorization for the City Manager, or his designee, to extend Contract 134579 with HROD, Inc. doing business as Murray, Montgomery & O'Donnell, for a monthly amount of $6,666 for 12 months, for federal representation and consulting services under the guidance of the Office of Government Relations. Further request authorization for the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item.
Report
Summary
Murray, Montgomery & O'Donnell (MMO) assists City departments to identify grant opportunities and successfully pursue funding that supports important City services and projects. MMO also represents the City face-to-face with elected officials and agencies that make decisions about federal funding that directly affects crucial City programs and services. MMO has represented the City on community development issues since 2012. The City underwent a competitive procurement process to select and award new contracts for federal representation. Contracts were awarded by Council on Nov. 29, 2017. An extension of the current contract to MMO is needed to avoid a lapse in service and knowledge and ensure current work and projects are completed. These efforts include, but are not limited to, the City's Choice Neighborhoods grant application to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and reaching an agreement with the Phoenix Job Corps Center and the U.S. Department of Labor to use its parking lot to support the further revitalization of the warehouse district.
Contract Term
The 12-month contract term shall begin on April 1, 2018, and end on March 31, 2019. Provisions of the contract include the option to extend the term up to one year, which may be exercised by the City Manager or his designee.
Financial Impact
The aggregate value of the contract will not exceed $79,992. Continued monthly payments under the Murray, Montgomery & O'Donnell contract of $6,666 will occur for the next 12 months. This includes all expenses, and funds are available in the Office of Government Relations' budget.
Concurrence/Previous Council Action
Contract 134579 with MMO was approved by City Council on Oct. 1, 2012.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Karen Peters and the Office of Government Relations.