Explanation
1. BACKGROUND: This legislation authorizes the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a construction contract with Danbert, Inc. in the amount of $2,231,834.90; to encumber funds with the Department of Public Service, Design and Construction Division for inspection, material testing, and related services in the amount of $381,880.63; for the Fenway Road Area Water Line Improvements Project; Division of Water Contract Number 1184.
The purpose of this project is to construct necessary improvements to the water distribution system in the Fenway Road area. This project consists of installing approximately 3,600 linear feet of 6-inch water main and appurtenances and 5,800 linear feet of 8-inch water main and appurtenances, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract in accordance with the plans and specifications set forth in the Bid Submittal Documents.
The planning area for this project is "Clintonville" and encompasses portions of 6 streets including: Fenway Road, Broad Meadows Boulevard, Highfield Drive, Sunnyside Lane, Fenway Court, and Milton Avenue.
2. ECONOMIC IMPACT/ADVANTAGES; COMMUNITY OUTREACH; PROJECT DEVELOPMENT; ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS/ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT: The goal of this project is to replace or rehabilitate the existing 6-inch and 8-inch water lines that have a high break frequency. Replacement of these water lines will improve water service, decrease burden on water maintenance operations, and reduce water loss. The Neighborhood Liaison(s) will be contacted and informed of this project during the design phase. Further community outreach may result through the Neighborhood Liaison Program.
3.0 CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT AWARD: The Director of Public Utilities publicly opened nine bids on November 4, 2015 from Danbert - $2,231,834.90; Elite Excavating Co. of Ohio - $2,292,920.60. Shelly & Sands - $2,293,102.30; Conie Construction - $2,467,168.52; Fields Excavating - $2,726,325.70; Beheler Excavating - $2...
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