Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department modify an existing contract with DesignLevel, LLC to provide professional services associated with the 1511 Alum Industrial Interior Renovations Project. The modification amount being authorized by this ordinance is $15,000.00.
The Columbus Recreation and Parks Department’s Operations and Maintenance Sections include Parks, Facilities, and Forestry. These sections are headquartered at 1533 Alum Industrial Drive and have expanded into the adjacent annex at 1511 Alum Industrial Drive where the Department’s warehouse is also located. This annex was improved from 2017 to 2021, including the installation of new motorized exterior garage doors, electrical equipment, and lights. In order to house the Parks Section, the interior spaces in this facility require renovations to accommodate the proposed offices, a conference room, restrooms, and break area.
This request will modify the existing contract by an additional $11,474.43 in design services and $3,525.57 in contingency for a total of $15,000.00. This modification covers additional structural design that resulted from unforeseen conditions with the existing structure to be renovated, as well as additional construction administration and inspection services.
Principal Parties:
DesignLevel, LLC
2690 West Dublin-Granville Road
Columbus, Ohio 43235
Tracy Kameoka, (614) 354-3021
Contract Compliance Number: 011513
Contract Compliance Expiration Date: August 11, 2025
Benefits to the Public: Improving the Parks Section headquarters will benefit the community by helping to ensure that staff have the proper space needed to efficiently manage the maintenance of parks, trails, and facilities in order to keep them accessible, safe, and user friendly.
Community Input/Issues: The community has expressed the desire for well-kept parks and amenities through public workshops, social media, and direct contact with staff. This p...
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