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Court authorizes negotiations with top-ranked CMAR for animal-control facility; vote 3–2
Summary
Commissioners authorized purchasing to negotiate a contract with the highest‑ranked firm (McElroy and Falls) for the animal control facility remodel RFQ despite concerns about the firm’s out‑of‑area base and scoring; court recorded a 3–2 vote with Precincts 3 and 4 opposed.
Guadalupe County commissioners voted to authorize purchasing to begin contract negotiations with the highest‑ranked firm that responded to RFQ 2601 for construction manager at risk (CMAR) services for an animal control facility remodel.
Purchasing reported 11 submissions and three responsive proposals; McElroy and Falls (project team in the Austin area, headquarters in Fort Worth) scored highest based on the published scoring rubric and an interview process. Commissioners discussed transparency of scoring, whether the RFQ’s strictness could exclude otherwise capable local firms, and the importance of using local subcontractors. The architect and purchasing staff said McElroy and Falls presented animal‑services experience, competitive pre‑construction fees and plans to subcontract locally where appropriate.
After discussion and a motion, the court authorized purchasing to negotiate with McElroy and Falls. The minutes record the motion passed with three yeas and two nays (Precincts 3 and 4 opposed). The court noted that contract terms and subcontracting plans will be reviewed during negotiation prior to final approval.
