Commission split over continuing services CMAR approach; opponents say it limits competition
A proposal to authorize continuing services agreements with five construction manager‑at‑risk firms for up to $7.5M per project drew criticism from Commissioner Matlo, who unsuccessfully moved to reject the item; the commission ultimately approved the authorization 3‑2 after debate about competitive bidding and statutory procurement rules.
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City staff asked the commission to authorize continuing services agreements (sometimes described as 'Seymar' in the record) and delegation to negotiate contracts with up to five firms to perform vertical construction projects expected to exceed the scope of standard term contracts. The program allows the city to prequalify firms and negotiate individual projects (up to $7.5 million each) as needs arise.
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