The city council will consider a contract amendment with Freese and Nichols, Inc for $1,459,269 related to the Carter Creek WWTP Enhanced Filtration Design CO. The funding supports a specialized construction inspector and additional soil sampling required by TCEQ.
Opal Goddard
September 12, 20261 min read
The agenda item outlines a presentation regarding a contract amendment with Freese and Nichols, Inc. City officials will review the proposed terms during the scheduled meeting on September 10, 2026.
The confirmed funding of $1,459,269 covers the addition of a specialized construction inspector. This role is designated to provide technical oversight for ongoing project phases.
Regulatory requirements from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality drive the need for additional soil sampling. Council members will discuss the scope of work before taking possible action on the contract modification.
City Council (2026-09-10). Retrieved from https://collegestationtx.portal.civicclerk.com/event/4234
Opal Goddard
Opal Goddard covers College Station city hall, the council, and county government.
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