Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with Gutknecht Construction Co. for repairs to the handball court at Westgate Park.
The handball courts are the only outdoor courts located in a public park in central Ohio and draw users from throughout the region. The courts were originally constructed in 1972; however they have started to show signs of degradation in recent years. CRPD staff worked with a structural engineer in 2016 to conduct a structural investigation and report. This report indicated that the structure was safe against immediate failure; however, the report provided a list of repairs that should be performed to the structure in order to extend its useable lifespan. This contract will address these items.
The costs for this project will be $64,875.00 with a contingency of $9,731.00 for a total of $74,606.00.
Bids were received in accordance with City Code Section 329, by the Recreation and Parks Department by June 28, 2017. Bids were received from the following companies:
Company Status Amount
Gutknecht Construction (MAJ) $64,875.00
Righter Co. (MAJ) $103,075.00
McDaniel’s Construction (MBE) Bid Requested, but none received
Miles McClellan (MBE) Bid Requested, but none received
After reviewing the proposals that were submitted, it was determined that Gutknecht Construction Co. was the lowest and most responsive bidder.
Principal Parties:
Gutknecht Construction
2280 Citygate Drive, Columbus, OH 43219
Char Fish, 614-532-5410
31-0935568
Exp. Date: pending
Emergency Justification: An emergency is being requested in that it is immediately necessary to enter into said contract so that work can begin during 2017 and make the repairs before the condition of the structure worsens.
Benefits to the Public: This project will benefit the community by improving a recreational feature that has been in the community for 45 years. It will exte...
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