Explanation
Bids were received by five firms on January 6, 2010, for the design/build contract in connection with Clover Groff Steam Restoration - Phase II. The committee then selected three firms as follows:
Eramo & Sons/EMH &T
MSI/Shaw & Holter/Envirotech/Eco Design/Greenscapes/Patridge Surveying
Metropolitan Environmental Services/OxBow Rivers and Streams Restoration
The committee selected Metropolitan Environmental Services, Inc./Oxbow River and Stream Restoration, Inc., for the following reasons:
1. They presented a comprehensive project approach, with an in-depth analysis of Clover Groff, Spindler Park, and the expected outcomes of the project.
2. Years of experience with similar projects. Over 180 projects built of this type. The team has worked together on similar projects.
3. Extensive project research and technical discussion, and advance survey work.
4. A detailed discussion of sustainable design elements that will be incorporated.
Visitation of the site, fully investigated project requirements and presentation of the best overview of the project with suggestions to the evaluation committee.
Prior high quality evaluation of work with CRPD and other city departments.
This ordinance will enable the Director of Recreation and Parks to enter into a design/build contract with Metropolitan Environmental Services, Inc./Oxbow River and Stream Restoration, Inc. in connection with Clover Groff Steam Restoration - Phase II. The funding has been awarded to restore Clover Groff Ditch to a functioning natural stream, from Roberts Road to Spindler Park. The target completion date for this project is December, 2010. This ordinance is submitted as an emergency in connection with the Clover Groff Stream Restoration Phase 1 project, in order to allow for the immediate commencement of this work in order to meet the time schedule set forth in the loan funding.
The City of Columbus chose the contractor and will execute the contract...
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