Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to modify the existing contracts with Moody Nolan and Elford, Inc., for the Fran Ryan Center Project. The modification amounts being authorized by this ordinance are $190,270.00 for the Moody Nolan contract and $23,436,743.00 for the Elford contract. The total amount being authorized by this ordinance is $23,627,013.00.
This project’s mission is to support the ability of the Recreation and Parks Department to meet the needs of Columbus residents by creating facilities that are stimulating, providing support for the arts and creative community, as well as providing important park space for the Olde Towne East Community. This four acre site, formerly the Douglas School and located at 51 South Douglass Street, was purchased in 2020. With the procurement of this property, the Recreation and Parks Department acquired a unique opportunity to develop an innovative senior-focused community center and park. This will allow the department to offer expanded and more efficient space for new programs, services, and recreational opportunities for the surrounding community. This space will also be senior-centric and support the programming that took place at the former Golden Hobby Shop and Martin Janis Center.
The Recreation and Parks Department is delivering this project using a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) delivery method. By modifying these contracts, Moody Nolan and Elford will be able to progress to the next phase of the Construction Manager at Risk format to build this facility. The previous ordinances allowed for the design phase and pre-construction phase of the project to be completed. It also initiated the procurement of long lead time materials, including HVAC equipment, electrical equipment, and structural steel. This portion of the project will proceed with additional professional services needed and full construction of the new facility.
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