Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with Builderscape, Inc. for the Italian Village Park Improvements Project. The contract amount is $1,122,913.00, with a contingency of $115,000.00, for a total of $1,237,913.00 being authorized by this ordinance.
Italian Village Park is a small 0.835 acre park surrounded by a tapestry of historic Italianate residences, small businesses, restaurants, and galleries. The Italian Village neighborhood and the multistory mixed-use development help characterize the Short North Arts District. The park was created in the early 1980’s through a forward thinking acquisition of undesirable and underutilized lots just a short distance from High Street, resulting in the preservation of a rare sliver of greenspace in a densely built environment.
The Italian Village Park Improvements Project involves a complete redevelopment of the park including demolition of existing hardscape, regrading, and creation of new pathways. The project will also create a stage, gathering spaces, and lawn space. The will also be planting of additional trees and landscaping. This project is largely funded by the Urban Infrastructure Recovery Fund (UIRF) Program administered by the Department of Development.
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 June 4, 2024 and received by the Recreation and Parks Department on June 25, 2024. Bids were received from the following companies:
Builderscape, Inc. (MAJ) - $1,153,013.00
After reviewing the bids that were submitted, it was determined that Builderscape, Inc was the lowest and most responsive bidder. Builderscape, Inc and all proposed subcontractors have met code requirements with respect to prequalification, pursuant to relevant sections of Columbus City Code Chapter 329.
As part of their b...
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