07-26-21 Regular meeting of La Porte City Council - CC attendance policy

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(F216-00-00),will be constructed on H Street,just west of 8th Street. New storm sewer system will be placed along 8th Street from G Street to H Street and G and H Streets, th from 8th to 7 Streets. There were mathematical errors in the bid form that were corrected by the engineer and confirmed by the bidder. The corrected total amount bid for construction was $4,811,589.50. The estimated cost of materials testing will be near $30,000.00, leaving a tight construction budget. Staff requests to utilize $100,000 from drainage contingency to supplement the project, if needed. Staff believes that by utilizing unit prices, it is possible for the project to come in under budget. Therefore, staff recommends awarding Bid #21011 to D&W Contractors, Inc. Staff conducted reference checks on the vendor, which resulted in favorable recommendations. Also, this contractor has performed work within the City (Farrington Boulevard) in the past with excellent results. position was found to be sufficient to support the project requirements. Benefits: This project provides for improved drainage capacity for the area. The project will provide enhancement of the neighborhood with enclosed th drainage, concrete paving, and sidewalks on both sides of 7 Street. Liabilities: Delaying the project would likely mean increased future construction costs. Drainage would not be improved to the same extent. ACTION REQUIRED BY CITY COUNCIL th Award Bid #21011, 7 Street Paving and Drainage Improvements, to D&W Contractors Inc. and authorize the City Manager to execute a construction contract for $4,811,589.50 with material testing cost of $30,000.00 and project contingency of $188,862.00 utilizing $100,000.00 from drainage contingency account budget, as needed, for a total authorization of $5,030,452.00. Approved for the City Council meeting agenda Corby D. Alexander, City Manager Date