AGENDA CAPTION:
Title
Consider approval of Resolution 2018-41R, approving the award of a construction contract to Santa Clara Construction, Ltd. for the Cheatham Street Waterline Bore Improvements project in the amount of $527,775.00 contingent upon the contractor’s timely submission of sufficient bonds and insurance in accordance with the City’s construction contract documents for the project; authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute all contract documents on behalf of the City and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: 3/20/2018
Department: Capital Improvements
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $527,775.00
Account Number: C27
Funds Available: $1,829,083
Account Name: Cheatham St Imp & Blanco River WL B
Fiscal Note:
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Goal #5 Maintain & Improve City's Infrastructure
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Background Information:
On February 15, 2017, the City received eight (8) bids for the Cheatham Street Waterline Improvements project. Bids were evaluated by K Friese + Associates to ensure assure they were responsive and responsible. After evaluating the bids, K Friese + Associates recommends awarding a construction contract to the low bidder, Santa Clara Construction, Ltd. In the amount of $527,775.00.
The project’s scope includes the replacement of undersized water mains along Cheatham Street from CM Allen Pwk, to Riverside Drive. Approximately 715 ft. of 12-inch watermain will be installed and approximately 580 feet of waterline will be bored under the San Marcos River to connect the new water lines on both sides of the river. This will create an additional loop in the water system improving pressures/flows. The project is estimate to take four months to complete.
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Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of this agreement.