LIFE OF A BUDA BONDS PROJECT
While Buda citizens passed Prop A and Prop B in November 2021, the life of these projects is continually vetted through Buda staff and bond management team, the Buda Bond Oversight Committee, and ultimately the Buda City Council.
The process of “packaging” projects is intended to ensure efficiency and that citizens are getting the best buy for the money. Below are definitions to help you understand the terminology that may be used throughout our bond program communications.
Scoping & Procurement
The project design scope outlines the project goals, deliverables, cost for services, and important deadlines. The city then selects the most qualified firm(s) to complete the scope as specified. Consulting firms are evaluated and selected based on the abilities of the proposed team, their experience with similar projects, their approach to executing the project, and their previous experience with the City and/or within central Texas.
Preliminary Design
The preliminary design phase typically includes data gathering, the review and comparison of design options, review of potential environmental impacts, and stakeholder outreach. The information gathered during the preliminary design phase is used to make decisions that will be included in the final design phase.
Final Construction Plans
Final construction plans are developed based on the outcomes of the preliminary design phase. The design firm will develop final documents that can be used to solicit bids from construction firms, and obtain required permits.
Bidding
Once the construction plans are approved, the city starts the bidding process for construction firms. All bids are evaluated, and the city signs a contract with the firm that provides the lowest qualified bid.
Construction
Once a firm is selected and approved, construction can begin. The city conducts the appropriate outreach to affected property or business owners and oversees the construction progress through completion.