Explanation
1. BACKGROUND: The Division of Power would like to enter into a “Direct Payment of Contractor” agreement with the State of Ohio, Department of Transportation (ODOT) to perform electrical relocation work before ODOT can proceed with highway work on the downtown I-70 / I-71 split project (FRA-IR 70/71 - 12.89/14.93, PID 103184). ODOT’s project will add new ramps to and from I-70 and I-71 that conflict with existing electrical facilities. The Division has agreed to administer the project due to its ownership of the facilities, the specialized nature of the work, and the need for close coordination with the contractor.
The Division of Power will formally advertise competitive bids, award the contract, and provide construction administration of the project. The Division of Power will enter into a formal contract with the awarded contractor and ODOT will pay 100% of eligible costs associated with construction. ODOT will also pay 100% of eligible costs associated with construction administration directly to the selected contractor.
2. FISCAL IMPACT: The total estimated cost of the project is $4,000,000.00 and will be 100% funded via ODOT.
3. EMERGENCY DESIGNATION: Emergency legislation is required in order to meet ODOT’s project schedule.
Title
To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a “Direct Payment of Contractor” agreement with the State of Ohio, Department of Transportation (ODOT) to perform electrical relocation work for the State’s FRA-IR 70/71 - 12.89/14.93, PID 103184 project; and to declare an emergency.
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WHEREAS, the Division of Power intends to enter into a “Direct Payment of Contractor” agreement with the State of Ohio, Department of Transportation (ODOT) to perform electrical relocation work for ODOT’s FRA-IR 70/71 - 12.89/14.93, PID 103184 project; and
WHEREAS, the Division of Power will let, award the contract, and provide construction administration of the project; and
WHEREAS, one hundred perce...
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