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VEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I Agenda Date Requested: Januar 23 1995 Requested By: S. Gillett - Department: Public Works Report Resolution XXXX Ordinance Exhibits: Ordinance No. 95- Letter of Agreement SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION The Fairmont Park Elevated Water Storage Tower was identified in the City's bi-annual Water Storage Tank Inspection Program for rehabilitation by the consultant, Jim Dunham, P.E. The Project consists of removal of existing coatings and recoating of the interior and exterior of the tank. Shrouding of the structure will be required by the TNRCC air quality rules during removal operations. Structural improvements include extension of the overflow to ground level, replacing portions of balcony plate, improvements to the safety climbing equipment and ladders, and installation of new, larger manways to conform to TNRCC regulations. A total of $175,000 has been budget for this project. New TNRCC regulations on lead removal, protection of adjacent structures from blasting, and existing and upcoming certification requirements for the Engineer and Contractor has caused, and will continue to cause engineering and construction costs to rise. Due to the specialized nature of the work, the City has requested Mr. Dunham, who also performs the bi-annual inspection of the City's water storage tanks, to furnish the following services as outlined in the attached Letter of Agreement. Design Phase Services - Reinspect the .project to determine current condition, develop plans and specifications suitable for bidding to comply with AWWA specifications and TNRCC regulations, recommend paint system(s), develop coating options, update the cost estimate and secure all regulatory approvals and permits. Bidding Phase - Develop qualified bidders list and distribute bidding documents, advertise work in contractor clearing houses, attend and conduct prebid meeting and clarify bid document to bidders, attend bid opening, prepare bid tabulation and provide written recommendation for award of bid. Construction Phase Services - Attend and conduct preconstruction conference, interpret contract documents, process payment requests, review and approve shop drawings, evaluzte and prepare change orders and certify completion of Project. Provide two (2) inspections of project to ensure compliance with specifications and provide and interpret necessary testing of spent blasting sand to ensure compliance with lead regulations. Inspection Services - Provide periodic inspection of the work, in addition to basic services, to ensure compliance with contract. A total of twelve (12) site visits are estimated, at approximately eight (8) hours each. Compensation of basic services will be fixed-fee, with inspection at hourly rate, including all expenses, as follows. Basic Services Design Phase $ 8,876.25 Bidding Phase 1,183.50 Construction Phase 1,775.25 Total Basic Services $11,835.00 Inspection 100 hours @ $60/hr (not to exceed). S 6,000.00 Total Project Engineering Coste X17,835.00 Action Required by Council: Approve proposal from Jim Dunham, P.E. to provide engineering and inspectional services for the repainting of the Fairmont Elevated Water Storage Tower for a total coat of.$17,835.00. Availability of Funds: General Fund Water/Wastewater XXXX Capital Improvement General Revenue Sharing Other Account Number: 003-706-620-100 Funds Available: XX YES NO Approved for City Council Aaenda Robert T. Herrera DATE City Manager