Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with S.A. Comunale Co., Inc. for the Westgate Boiler Replacement 2024 Project. The contract amount is $96,350.00, with a contingency of $3,500.00, for a total of $99,850.00 being authorized by this ordinance.
The Westgate Community Center has a boiler system that has reached the end of its life and has failed. This system is needed to provide heat to the community center and this facility is utilized as a community warming center during extreme weather. This replacement needs to be completed before cold weather begins this fall so the center will have heat.
Vendor Bid/Proposal Submissions (Office of Diversity and Inclusion designation status):
Bids were advertised through Vendor Services, in accordance with City Code Section 329, on July 15, 2024 and received by the Recreation and Parks Department on August 2, 2024. Bids were received from the following companies:
S.A. Comunale Co., Inc. (MAJ): $96.350.00
General Temperature Control (MAJ): $108,640.00
After reviewing the bids that were submitted, it was determined that S.A. Comunale Co., Inc. was the lowest and most responsive bidder. S.A. Comunale Co., Inc. and all proposed subcontractors have met code requirements with respect to prequalification, pursuant to relevant sections of Columbus City Code Chapter 329.
Principal Parties:
S.A. Comunale Co., Inc.
2900 Newpark Drive
Barberton, OH 44203
Robert Boxler, (330) 761-2641
Contract Compliance Number: 006554
Contract Compliance Expiration Date: June 26, 2026
Emergency Justification: Emergency action is requested as the existing boiler is no longer functioning and needs to be replaced before cold weather begins this fall.
Benefits to the Public: The new boiler will provide heat for the center and community during the wint...
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