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AN ORDINANCE APPROVING CHANGE ORDER #9 TO THE CONTRACT WITH MIDWEST HEAVY CONSTRUCTION, LLC FOR THE JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, AN INCREASE OF $69,387.59 FOR A REVISED CONTRACT PRICE OF $6,548,497.53. (PWC 8-15-17)
(NOTE: First reading - City Council - August 24, 2017.)
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Issue/Request:
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING CHANGE ORDER #9 TO THE CONTRACT WITH MIDWEST HEAVY CONSTRUCTION, LLC FOR THE JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, AN INCREASE OF $69,387.59 FOR A REVISED CONTRACT PRICE OF $6,548,497.53.
Key Issues:
• Multiple unknown utility conflicts.
• Several unknown drainage systems needing to be connected to the newly constructed enclosed drainage system.
• Redesign of drainage system to avoid AT&T duct bank.
• Change Order #9 also provides for multiple contract adjustments necessary to match existing field conditions.
Proposed City Council Motion:
I move for a adoption of AN ORDINANCE APPROVING CHANGE ORDER #9 TO THE CONTRACT WITH MIDWEST HEAVY CONSTRUCTION, LLC FOR THE JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, AN INCREASE OF $69,387.59 FOR A REVISED CONTRACT PRICE OF $6,548,497.53.
Background:
During construction several utilities were discovered in the field, which were in conflict with the project. While Change Order #8 addressed the time delays associated with these conflicts, Change Order 9 addresses the compensable portion of these delays.
During construction, many parking lot drainage systems were discovered, which were draining directly into the open ditch along Jefferson Street. Because this project enclosed all drainage, connections to the newly constructed system had to be accommodated.
One section of stormwater pipe was found to be in direct conflict with an existing AT&T duct bank. In lieu of further delaying the project, the Engineer was contacted to see if there was another way to convey the stormwater without disturbing the duct bank. The Engineer redesigned this portion of the drainage system, which included one additional street crossing. The decision was made to keep the project moving ahead and implement the proposed solution.
This Change Order also provides for routine adjustments necessary to match existing field conditions.
Presenter
Presenter: Michael Anderson, Construction Manager
Recommendation
Recommendation: Staff recommends approving change order #9 to the contract with Midwest Heavy Construction, LLC for the Jefferson Street improvements project, an increase of $69,387.59 for a revised contract price of $6,548,497.53.
Committee Recommendation
Committee Recommendation: The Public Works Committee voted 3-1 (Mayor Pro Tem Binney "No") to recommend to City Council AN ORDINANCE APPROVING CHANGE ORDER #9 TO THE CONTRACT WITH MIDWEST HEAVY CONSTRUCTION, LLC FOR THE JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, AN INCREASE OF $69,387.59 FOR A REVISED CONTRACT PRICE OF $6,548,497.53