Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with Pizzuti Solutions, LLC for the assistance in the program management of the redevelopment of Linden Park.
Pizzuti Solutions, LLC will be providing Program Management services for the redevelopment of Linden Park. These services will assist Recreation and Parks with the coordination of the design and construction services. The Linden Park redevelopment project started in 2015 working with Blueprint Columbus with the proposed renovation of the park pond. Once Blueprint scaled back its participation, the Recreation and Parks Department took a step back and decided to look at the park as a whole, which included the recreation center which needed renovated. In early 2017, it was decided to move forward with a total park redevelopment.
The costs for this project will be $10.00 and a contingency of $50,000.00 for unforeseen services which may be necessary for the development and commissioning of the project for a total of $50,010.00. Pizzuti will be donating 3.5% of the total project cost in the form of consulting services in relation to this project.
Principal Parties:
Pizzuti Solutions, LLC
629 N. High Street, Suite 500
Columbus Ohio 43215
James Russell, Executive Vice-President
Emergency Justification: An emergency is being requested in that it is immediately necessary to enter into said contract with Pizzuti Solutions, LLC so they can assist with the negotiations that need to be finalized in February, so the project can stay on track to bid out the construction portion by late 2018.
Bid Waiver Justification: A bid waiver is being requested because of the donation of services towards this project.
Benefits to the Public: The Park renovation helps to improve park space that will be used by the community for years to come. The renovation of the recreation center will improve health and wellness and allow more programs...
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