AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2018-51R, approving the award of a contract to Partners Remodeling, Restoration, & Waterproofing, LLC for the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) Chicane Pedestrian Improvements Project (IFB 218-154) at Hopkins Street, in the estimated amount of $94,592.00 contingent upon the contractor’s timely submission of sufficient bonds and insurance; authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute the appropriate documents related to the renewal of this agreement; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: April 3, 2018
Department: Engineering/Capital Improvements Program Department - Laurie Moyer, Director (By Lynda Williams, Purchasing Manager)
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $94,592.00
Account Number: FY126 (Project Code)
Funds Available: $94,592.00
Account Name: UPRR Crossing Chicanes
Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: Direction to improve railroad safety at crossings
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Background Information:
On March 1, 2018, the City received twelve (12) bids for UPRR Chicane Pedestrian Improvements at Hopkins Street (IFB 218-154). The City has reviewed the bids and will award a contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Partners Remodeling, Restoration, & Waterproofing, located in Austin, Texas, in the amount of $94,592.00. Estimated time of completion for this project is approximately sixty (60) days after starting construction.
The scope of work for this project includes the installation of a six (6) inch thick concrete sidewalk pedestrian chicane with associated toe down for added safety when crossing railroad tracks. Handrail installation along portions of the sidewalk is also included. The initial estimated cost of this project was approximately $157,910.00.
This location was the scene of a fatal accident in 2016 which prompted direction to staff to proceed with safety improvements. Discussions with UPRR and FRA resulted in the recommendation for the construction of a chicane.
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Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of this item.