Explanation
Background:
This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with Gutknecht Construction to renovate and improve the existing pond at Westgate Park through the removal of silt and debris, re-grade the bottom of the pond, and the addition of aeration to the pond. All of the improvements are aimed at improving the water quality of this pond that is a popular fishing spot for the neighborhood. This project has received UIRF funding at the request of local residents and the community has been involved throughout the design process. Input on the project has been received by the Friends of Westgate Park, the Westgate Neighborhood Association, the Westgate Community Recreation Council, as well as other local residents. Additional improvements will include renovation of an existing memorial garden and the replacement of paths near the pond.
Fiscal Impact:
The costs for this project will be $465,000.00 with a contingency of $95,000.00 for a total of $560,000.00. The contingency has been increased to 20% in order to cover any unforeseen issues that cannot be determined until the pond has been drained for the repairs.
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 be completed between the previously scheduled events of Summer Jam in July 2014 and the Bean Dinner in June 2015.
Bids were advertised through Vendor Services, in accordance with City Code Chapter 329, on April 11th, 2014 and received by the Recreation and Parks Department on May 6th, 2014. Bids were received from the following companies:
Status Bid Amount
Gutknecht Construction MAJ $465,000
Righter Co. MAJ $497,900
After reviewing the proposals that were submitted, it was determined that Gutknecht Construction was the lowest, best, responsible and responsive bidder.
Principal Parties:
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