Explanation
This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with Gutknecht Construction for the renovation of the Indian Mound Community Center.
Background: The Recreation and Parks Design & Construction team and the Parks Operations and Maintenance teams worked with and met with the community. The community had been requesting an updated and larger facility; Indian Mound was deemed a facility that needed work. A Design Consultant was selected and through internal discussions and community meetings a design was done that met community needs as well as the Department needs.
The renovations for the Indian Mound Recreation Center will include a possible gym expansion, kitchen expansion, office expansion, additional classroom space and utility upgrades. Design improvements will include updating electrical service, lighting, windows, doors, floors, HVAC upgrades including air conditioning, painting and adding gas service to the facility.
Proposals were advertised through Vendor Services, in accordance with City Code Section 329, and received by the Recreation and Parks Department on May 3, 2018. Proposals were received from the following companies:
Company Status Bid Amount
RW Setterlin MAJ $8,618,500.00
Gutknecht Construction MAJ $7,686,500.00
Thomas & Marker MAJ $8,351,500.00
After reviewing the proposals that were submitted, it was determined that Gutknecht Construction 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 order to begin the renovation early summer 2018. The renovations are to be completed by summer 2019.
Benefits to the Public: Indian Mound Park is a well-used park and the existing community center is too small to accommodate the growing needs of the community. This proje...
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