Explanation
1. BACKGROUND:
A. Need. This legislation authorizes the Director of Public Utilities (DPU) to enter into a contract modification (Mod #6) with TFH-EB, DBA The Waterworks, for Project Dry Basement (PDB) and authorize the expenditure of up to $20,000. The purpose of this program is to reduce water-in-basement occurrences in residential homes in the City of Columbus. Project Dry Basement Program was implemented in 2004 and authorized the Director of Public Utilities to enter into necessary agreements with homeowners and contract with licensed plumbers to perform work related to the installation of devices that are appropriate for the elimination of water in basement (WIBs) in residences within the City of Columbus. These devices typically include an approved backwater prevention valve, but in some instances may include a sump pump. Sump pumps will be installed only where necessary. Other devices may be considered if deemed necessary to protect a residence from future WIBs incidents.
A contracted plumber is assigned by the division to complete the necessary installations. Contracting procedures comply with the provisions of Section 329.09 of Columbus City Codes. The contracted plumbers are required to secure any necessary permits and all work must be inspected and approved by appropriate City inspection personnel. Division personnel secure a release of future liability from the homeowner and pay the contracted licensed plumber directly.
Amount of additional funds to be expended: $20,000.00
Original Contract $ 1,000,000.00
Modification No. 1 $ 1,000,000.00
Modification No. 2 $ 200,000.00
Modification No. 3 $ 800,000.00
Modification No. 4 $ 500,000.00
Modification No. 5 $ 250,000.00
Modification No. 6 $ ...
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