15-6719 R34 Authorization for Contract price increase of 10% or more for an existing Contract over $40,000.00, that was previously Bid and Awarded under City Policies, with James Duncan & Associates, Inc. in the estimated amount of $63,055.00 that was previously bid for urban planning consultant to support the City of Allentown Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO) updated, and other City planning and zoning initiatives. On April 29, 2020, both parties entered into an agreement that the contractor would urban planning consulting services for the City of Allentown. At this time, the department is looking to extend the contract to have more Community Engagement and Meetings due to this starting during Covid-19 they were unable to hold as many as they planned to due to the restrictions. After that they would also like to have a "Year-One Ordinance Tuneup" to review and discuss everything and revise where needed. Contract Sum: $193,095.00 Requested Increase: $ 63,055.00 (Estimated) New Contract $256,150.00 The current contract expires March 29, 2024 and a two (2) year extension is being requested.