The City Council authorized a professional services agreement with Osborne Consulting to prepare bid documents and standard repair definitions for a citywide catch basin repair and replacement project. Staff said the consultant will review the city's asset data, define repair types, prepare 90% design packages and produce final contract documents so the city can solicit construction bids.

Why it matters: Mill Creek staff said many catch basins show cracking, sinking risers, exposed rebar and failing pipe connections; inconsistent past construction and varied loads (bus stops, garbage trucks) mean repairs must be tailored. The consultant’s scope includes data integration, a repair‑type matrix, unit cost estimates and special provisions for basins with nonstandard connections.

Contract details: Staff presented a not‑to‑exceed amount of $93,912 for Osborne Consulting, covering project management, data review, 90% design, final contract documents and bid support; optional construction support was included but not required. Council approved the resolution 6–0.

Implementation and next steps: The consultant will produce standard repair types tied to the city’s GIS asset inventory and prepare a bid package to pursue construction procurement. Staff said the approach should allow the maintenance division to take on smaller repairs in house and bid larger repairs for contractor work, shortening repair timelines and improving long‑term asset performance.