Explanation
Background:
This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with 2K General Company to perform improvements to the lobby entry of the Columbus Aquatic Center located at 1160 Hunter Avenue (43201). Improvements will include new laminated safety glass for lobby windows, new doors, new turnstiles, new UV filtration system for the main pool and overall reorganization of the lobby area. These renovations will improve the efficiency, accessibility, circulation and security of the facility. These improvements have been requested by members of the surrounding community and customers. The costs for this project will be $343,225 with a contingency $44,275 for a total of $387,500.
Bids were advertised through Vendor Services, in accordance with City Code Section 329, on March 31, 2014 and received by the Recreation and Parks Department on April 15, 2014. Bids were received from the following companies:
Company Bid Amount
2K General $343,225
Central Ohio Building $351,441
Elford $351,671
Charter Hill $397,213
Gutknecht $410,000
After review the proposals that were submitted, it was determined that 2K General Company was the lowest and most responsive bidder.
Principal Parties:
Vendor Name: 2K General Company
Vendor Address: 19 Gruber Street, Building B, Delaware, OH 43015
Vendor Contact Name and Phone: Bill Morgan 740-417-9195
Contract Compliance Number: 31-1653018
Contract Compliance Expiration Date: May 15, 2014
Number of Columbus Based Employees: 30+
Emergency Justification:
An emergency exists in the usual daily operations of the Recreation and Parks Department in that it is immediately necessary to enter into said contract so that work may proceed during the current construction season. This will allow the improvements to be completed while this facility is normally closed in the summer in an effort to minimize the impact on customers.
Fiscal Impact:
$387,500.00 is budgeted and available in...
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