Explanation
Background:
The Recreation and Parks Department solicited bids for the Krumm Park Improvements Project. Three (3) bids were received and opened by the Recreation and Parks Department on June 24, 2008. The bids are as follows:
Vendor Status Amount
Builderscape, Inc. Majority $142,303.00
Downing Construction Majority $168,800.00
McDaniels Construction MBE $271,842.00
It is the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Department to award the bid to Builderscape, Inc. who submitted the lowest and best responsive and responsible bid.
This project was identified by the Krumm Park community as a priority in their UIRF grant proposal. The Department worked with the community to coordinate the design of this project which will update and correct the drainage issues at the entrance to the Recreation Center. The project includes the supply and installation of site furnishings that include the following: entrance canopy, boulders, drainage system, paving, plant material; supply and installation of outdoor hockey barriers for the in-line hockey rink and sports equipment; and supply and installation of pervious concrete (an environmentally friendly product that will reduce run-off) pavement in place of colored concrete and any such work as may be necessary to complete the contract in accordance with the plans and specifications on file in the Recreation and Parks Department.
A project contingency in the amount of $7,697.00 is included in this legislation.
The Contract Compliance Number for Builderscape, Inc. is #20-0537419 and the contract compliance is effective through 08/21/09.
Emergency action is requested so that the project can begin immediately in order to allow for the proper concrete ...
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