Explanation
1. BACKGROUND: This legislation authorizes the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a construction contract with PAE & Associates for the Upper Scioto West Air Quality Improvements Project. The work consists of the demolition and reconstruction of two (2) biofilters along the Upper Scioto West Interceptor Sewer on the west side of Columbus. The existing earthen biofilters will be removed and new concrete structures installed with plenum baseplates, new underground vaults, foul air piping, new media, an irrigation system, drainage system, aluminum covers, associated electrical and controls, plus landscaping and fencing. The demolition of an onsite garage and a new blower fan is included in the North Biofilter only and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract in accordance with the plans and specifications.
This project is being completed largely in part due to community input and the number of odor complaints in the area, which has risen dramatically over the last few years. By rebuilding the existing biofilters and constructing the necessary changes to address their deficiencies, the City will be improving the environment of the neighborhoods in and around the biofilters while fostering a better working relationship with the surrounding community. The project will construct replacement media filters for the existing Air Quality Control Facilities on the Upper Scioto West Interceptor Sewer located at shafts 2 and 11. The new facilities will be more compartmentalized enabling DOSD to maintain both air quality control facilities more efficiently and effectively.
2. The Project timeline: Contract work is required to be completed in a manner acceptable to the City within 365 days from the date that a Notice To Proceed (NTP) is given by the City.
3. PROCUREMENT: In accordance with the procedures set forth in Columbus City Code, Section 329.09 for the Upper Scioto West Air Quality Improvements project. Invitations for Bids ...
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