Title
An Ordinance awarding the bid for Project No. 767-C for the Langsford and Milton Thompson Water Main Upsize Program to Infrastructure Solutions, LLC. in the amount of $1,059,880.00 and authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement for the same. (PWC 4/10/23)
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Issue/Request:
An Ordinance awarding the bid for Project No. 767-C for the Langsford and Milton Thompson Water Main Upsize Program to Infrastructure Solutions, LLC. in the amount of $1,059,880.00 and authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement for the same.
Key Issues:
• As directed by the FY23 CIP there are continued efforts to maintain and strengthen the City's water distribution system.
• Approximately 7,500 LF of existing water main will be replaced and increased in size along Langsford Road, Milton Thompson Road, and Blue Parkway (hereinafter "Project No. 767-C).
• The total budget for Project No. 767-C is funded from the Water Tap Fund.
• Public Works Engineering issued an advertisement for bids for the construction of Project No. 767-C on March 7, 2023 in accordance with local policies and state statutes.
• Infrastructure Solutions, LLC (hereinafter "Contractor") was determined to be the lowest and best bidder by City staff
Proposed Committee Motion:
I move to recommend to City Council approval of an Ordinance awarding the bid for Project No. 767-C for the Langsford and Milton Thompson Water Main Upsize Program to Infrastructure Solutions, LLC. in the amount of $1,059,880.00 and authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement for the same.
Proposed City Council Motion:
FIRST MOTION: I move for second reading of an Ordinance awarding the bid for Project No. 767-C for the Langsford and Milton Thompson Water Main Upsize Program to Infrastructure Solutions, LLC. in the amount of $1,059,880.00 and authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement for the same.
SECOND MOTION: I move for adoption of an Ordinance awarding the bid for Project No. 767-C for the Langsford and Milton Thompson Water Main Upsize Program to Infrastructure Solutions, LLC. in the amount of $1,059,880.00 and authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement for the same.
Background:
The water main project entails replacing existing 3-inch and 4-inch water mains with a new 12-inch water main on Langsford Road, Milton Thompson Road, and Blue Parkway. Based on review by City staff, it is our recommendation to award the construction contract for Project No. 767-C to Infrastructure Solutions, LLC.
Impact/Analysis:
Public Works Engineering advertised for bids for Project No. 767-C on March 7, 2023. Potential bidders were notified through QuestCDN and on the City website. Five (5) responsive bids were received by the March 28, 2023 bid opening date. Public Works Engineering and Water Utilities staff reviewed the bids and Infrastructure Solutions, LLC was determined to be the lowest and most responsive bidder.
Timeline:
Estimated construction start date: June 1, 2023 with 180 calendar days to substantial completion.
Presenter
Jeff Thorn, Deputy Director of Water Utilities
Recommendation
Recommendation: Staff recommends approval.
Committee Recommendation
Committee Recommendation:
The Public Works Committee voted unanimously 4-0 to recommend to City Council approval of an Ordinance awarding the bid for Project No. 767-C for the Langsford and Milton Thompson Water Main Upsize Program to Infrastructure Solutions, LLC. in the amount of $1,059,880.00 and authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement for the same. (PWC 4/10/23)