Explanation
1. BACKGROUND
This ordinance authorizes the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a construction contract with Elite Excavating Company of Ohio, Inc., for the Elizabeth Avenue Area Water Line Improvements, CIP #690236-100132, in an amount up to $4,327,985.75, and to encumber funds with the Department of Public Service for construction administration and inspection services in an amount up to $2,000.00, for a total expenditure of $4,329,985.75.
The work consists of rehabilitating approximately 9,500 linear feet of 6-inch and 8-inch water mains, service transfer work and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the drawings, technical specifications, special provisions, and City of Columbus Construction and Material Specifications as set forth in the Invitation For Bid (IFB).
The Columbus Community is “57 - Mid-East Area” and includes the following streets: Elizabeth Ave, Brownlee Ave, Brookway Road, Aven Drive, Scottwood Road, Kirkwood Road, Talisman Court, and Burnaby Drive.
TIMELINE:
All work shall be complete within 365 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. The City anticipates issuing a Notice to Proceed in April 2024.
ESTIMATED COST OF PROJECT:
The bid amount and proposed award amount is $4,327,985.75, including a 10% 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 $ 4,327,985.75
Future Anticipated Needs $ 0.00
CONTRACT TOTAL $ 4,327,985.75
DPS Prevailing Wage Administration $ 2,000.00
$ 4,329,985.75
2. ECONOMIC IMPAC...
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