A.  Pursuant to Article 13.3.3.1, AIA-Form of Agreement between HC & Alcocer-Garcia Associates, project architect for: Renovations/Remodeling of 1st & 2nd Floors of former Administration Building located at 100 E. Cano, Edinburg, Texas confirmation of notification to architect (through Purchasing Dept. after full consultation with Executive Officer) to proceed and engage services of appropriate professional services consultant to assess substance found by General Contractor in an area (as yet not surveyed due to continuous occupancy); or, in the alternative:

B.  Through HC's membership/participation with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS), authority to accept and approve proposals awarded TIPS vendor (AAMECC) for the testing of identified suspicious (possibly ACM) including the writing of specifications for abate/remediation and monitoring services including the issuance of applicable POs.