AGENDA CAPTION:
Title
Consider approval of Resolution 2020-08R, approving the award of a Construction Contract to M.A. Smith Contracting Co., Inc. for the Blanco River Waterline Bore Improvements Project in the total amount of $795,933.75; authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute the appropriate documents related to the contract on behalf of the City; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: January 21, 2020
Department: Engineering & CIP, Laurie Moyer, Director (by Lynda Williams, Purchasing Manager)
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $795,933.75
Account Number: c27
Funds Available: $1,722,621.70
Account Name: Cheatham St Imp & Blanco River WL
Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: Resolution 2016-07R: Award a contract to K Friese & Associates for design services.
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Background Information:
A 16 Inch waterline crossing the Blanco River was damaged and taken out of service as a result of the October 2015 floods. The city subsequently commenced the design of a replacement waterline which will be bored under the Blanco River at a depth to avoid damage from future flood events. The city worked with FEMA to justify the receipt of grant funding due to the original line being damaged from a nature disaster event. The City received confirmation of grant funding in...
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