Explanation
BACKGROUND: This ordinance authorizes the Finance and Management Director to enter into a contract on behalf of the Office of Construction Management with Fey Roofing for the renovation of the roof for the Department of Technology, 1601 Arlingate Lane. The current roof has exceeded the maximum life expectancy and leaks. Failure to make these necessary repairs may cause permanent structural damage to the building. The City will avoid potentially expensive future repairs by replacing the roof now.
The renovation will consist of removal of the existing roofing system and installation of a modified bitumen system.
Formal bids were solicited. Five companies submitted bids on August 19, 2010 as follows (1 ^MBE, 0 FBE):
Fey Roofing $269,700.00
Harold J. Becker $292,745.00
^Smith Roofing Ltd. $299,300.00
General Maintenance $310,893.00
Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal $335,400.00
The Office of Construction Management recommends the bid award be made to the most responsive and responsible bidder, Fey Roofing.
Also, this ordinance authorizes the City Auditor to transfer funds between projects within the Department of Technology, Capital Improvement - Build America Bond Fund to provide funding for this expenditure, and will amend the 2010 Capital Improvements Budget.
Emergency action is requested so that the roof renovation can occur immediately, thereby preventing structural damage as well as ensuring work is completed during good weather.
Fey Roofing Contract Compliance No. 27-1722556, expiration date August 16, 2012.
Fiscal Impact: Funding for this project is available from the Gov'l B.A.Bs (Build America Bonds) within the Department of Technology, Capital Improvement Fund. The cost of this contract is $269,700.00.
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To authorize the Finance and Management Director to enter into a contract on behalf of the Office of Construction Management with Fey Roofing for th...
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