Title
Request to Enter into an Agreement with LeighFisher Inc. to provide Airport Consulting Services
Description
This item requests the Transportation, Infrastructure and Planning Subcommittee to recommend City Council approval to enter into a contract with LeighFisher Inc. to provide airport consulting services.
THIS ITEM IS FOR CONSENT ACTION.
Report
Summary
The airport consultant provides financial and business consulting services for the Aviation Department, including bond feasibility analyses, passenger forecasts, financial modeling, assistance with passenger facility charge applications, and support of the airline rates and charges program. The consulting services are necessary for the Aviation Department to issue bonds, provide for the capital improvement program, and pursue its business objectives.
Procurement Information
In accordance with Administrative Regulation 3.10 a Request for Proposal was issued and four proposals received were deemed responsive. The evaluation committee met on June 13, 2023 and recommended award to LeighFisher Inc.
Contract Term
The term of the contract will be five years with no option to extend.
Financial Impact
The total contract value will not exceed $6 million for the five-year contract term. Funds are available in the Aviation Department's budget.
Concurrence/Previous Council Action
The Phoenix Aviation Advisory Board recommended approval of this item on Aug. 17, 2023, by a vote of 7-0.
Location
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport - 2485 E. Buckeye Road
Council District: 8
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Mario Paniagua Deputy City Manager and the Aviation Department.