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Approval of Additional Funding for Solid Waste Transfer Station Design

Original title: Approve the First Amendment to Contract No. 2024-07 for Professional Engineering Services for Solid Waste Transfer Station Design By and Between the City of North Port, Florida, and Geosyntec Consultants, Inc., in the Amount of $166,210.00 for Additional Permitting and Design Services for the Solid Waste Transfer Station Located at Parcel Identification Number 1128227630 and Pavement Improvements for the Pan American Recycling Center Located at 5455 Pan American Boulevard, North Port, Florida, 34287, for a Total Amount of $980,840.00.

Record date · May 19, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The North Port City Commission approved an amendment to an existing contract with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. to provide additional engineering and permitting services for the city's solid waste transfer station and recycling center. This amendment increases the total contract value to $980,840.

Why it matters

This decision authorizes an additional $166,210 in city funds for engineering and site improvements at the solid waste transfer station and the Pan American Recycling Center.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.

The firm is contracted to perform additional engineering and permitting services for the city.

Directly affected

City of North Port residents

City funds are allocated to pay for the engineering and site improvements at the waste and recycling facilities.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this contract amendment?
The amendment provides additional funding for permitting and design services for the solid waste transfer station and pavement improvements at the Pan American Recycling Center.
How much is the total contract now?
The total contract amount is $980,840.00.

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Contract Value Increase

The amendment represents a significant increase to the original contract scope for engineering services.

Connected Entities

5455 Pan American Boulevard, North Port, Florida, 34287, Geosyntec Consultants, Inc., City of North Port, Florida and 1 more

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