Report Prepared by: Eric Soito P.E., Associate Engineer, Engineering Department
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SUBJECT: Award Bid to Fortis General Construction, Inc. for the Congestion Mitigation Air Quality Grant (CMAQ) (051) Sidewalks Along Olive Ave., Parsons Ave., Alexander Ave., and Hansen Ave., Project Number CP200043, in the Amount of $662,080.73
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers awarding a Construction Contract to Fortis General Construction, Inc. in the amount of $662,080.73 for the CMAQ Sidewalks Along Olive Ave., Parsons Ave., Alexander Ave., and Hansen Ave.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Awarding the CMAQ Sidewalks Along Olive Ave., Parsons Ave., Alexander Ave., and Hansen Ave, Project CP220063 to Fortis General Construction, Inc., in the amount of $662,080.73; and,
B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents and to approve change orders not to exceed 10% of the total contract; and,
C. Authorizing the Finance Officer authorization to make necessary budget adjustments.
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ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve, as recommended by staff; or,
2. Approve, subject to conditions other than recommended by staff (identify specific findings and/or conditions amended to be addressed in the motion); or,
3. Deny; or,
4. Refer to staff for reconsideration of specific items (specific items to be addressed in the motion); or,
5. Continue to a future meeting (date and time to be specified in the motion).
AUTHORITY
Charter of the City of Merced, Article XI, Section 1109 - Contracts on Public Works
Merced Municipal Code Chapter 3.04, Article IV - Public Works Contracts.
CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES
As provided for in the 2023-24 Adopted Budget.
DISCUSSION
The work to be performed includes but is not limited to clearing and grubbing; removal of concrete driveways, curb ramps, and curb and gutter; installation of sidewalk, driveways, curb ramps; and the restoration of fencing and landscaping. The project is located on Olive Avenue between W. Queen Circ...
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