Explanation
1.0 BACKGROUND: This legislation authorizes the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a construction contract with Underground Utilities, Inc. for the Thomas Lane Area Water Line Improvements, Phase 2 Project in an amount up to $2,472,064.43; to encumber funds with the Department of Public Service for prevailing wage services in an amount up to $2,000.00; for Capital Improvements Project No. 690236-100094, Division of Water Contract Number 2118.
Work consists of open-cut installation of approximately 10,000 linear feet of 6-inch and 8-inch water mains and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the drawings, technical specifications, special provisions, and City of Columbus Construction and Material Specifications as set forth in the Invitation For Bid (IFB).
The Department of Public Service will be cost participating to provide additional asphalt resurfacing and curb work. The approximate total cost based on bid pricing and estimated quantities, is $114,485.80.
The community planning area is 38 - Olentangy West and includes the following areas: Thomas Ln., Pegg Ave., Lieb St., Latham Ct., Drummond Ct., Island Ct., and Highland Dr.
2.0 ECONOMIC IMPACT/ADVANTAGES; COMMUNITY OUTREACH; PROJECT DEVELOPMENT; ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS/ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT: The goal of this project is to replace or rehabilitate the existing 6-inch and 8-inch water lines that have a high break frequency. Replacement of these water lines will improve water service, decrease burden on water maintenance operations, and reduce water loss. The Neighborhood Liaison(s) has been contacted and informed of this project. Further community outreach may result through the Neighborhood Liaison Program.
3.0 CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT AWARD: The Director of Public Utilities publicly opened seven (7) bids on September 23, 2020 from: Underground Utilities, Fields Excavating, Elite Excavating Co. of Ohio, Shelly & Sands, Conie Constructi...
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