Explanation
1. BACKGROUND
This ordinance authorizes the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a construction contract with The Righter Co., Inc. for the O’Shaughnessy Gatehouse Miscellaneous Improvements project, CIP #690472-100000, in an amount up to $1,751,640.00, and to encumber funds with the Department of Public Service for prevailing wage services in an amount up to $2,000.00, for a total expenditure of $1,753,640.00.
The work for this project consists of exterior masonry rehabilitation, lighting upgrades, concrete baluster repair, and roof repairs.
The Community Planning Area is 99 - Citywide, since O’Shaughnessy Dam services several Columbus Communities.
TIMELINE: All work shall be substantially complete within 390 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed, with the Final Completion to occur within 420 calendar days. The City anticipates issuing a Notice to Proceed in August 2023.
ESTIMATED COST OF PROJECT: The bid amount and proposed award amount is $1,753,640, including a 20% construction contingency amount that will be utilized to fund needed and approved changes in the work. No contract modifications are anticipated at this time; however, construction exigency might later compel modification of this contract, if unforeseen difficulties are encountered.
Cost summary:
Original Contract $1,751,640.00
Future Anticipated Needs $ 0.00
CONTRACT TOTAL $1,751,640.00
Prevailing Wage Charge $ 2,000.00
$1,753,640.00
Construction Administration/Inspection will be performed by Hill International, Inc.
2. ECONOMIC IMPACT/ADVANTAGES; COMMUNITY OUTREACH; PROJECT DEVELOPMENT; ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS/ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT
This project will address various improvements that are needed to safeguard the City’s investment in the dam; to satisfy applicable safety standards; and to improve operational efficiency.
There will be no anticipated public meetings held during this project. The Division of Water will be ...
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