Explanation
1. BACKGROUND: This legislation authorizes the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a construction contract with Facemyer Company for the Thomas Lane Area Water Line Improvements Project - Phase 1, in an amount up to $445,618.62, for Division of Water Capital Improvements Project No. 690236-100094, Contract No. 2118.
Funds in the amount of $2,000.00 will also be encumbered with the Department of Public Service for Prevailing Wage services.
The purpose of this project is to construct necessary improvements to the water distribution system in the Thomas Lane area. The improvements identified in the scope of work will replace water lines that have high break histories and require frequent maintenance.
This project includes construction of approximately 1,360 linear feet of 6-inch water main, and other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract in accordance with the Invitation For Bid (IFB).
Planning area - “West Olentangy” and includes the following streets: Annadale Dr., Martindale Blvd., and Olentangy River Rd.
2. ECONOMIC IMPACT/ADVANTAGES; COMMUNITY OUTREACH; PROJECT DEVELOPMENT; ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS/ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT:
The goal of this project is to replace or rehabilitate the existing 6-inch water line that has a high break frequency. Replacement of this water line will improve water service, decrease burden on water maintenance operations, and reduce water loss. The Neighborhood Liaison(s) has been contacted and informed of this project. Further community outreach may result through the Neighborhood Liaison Program.
3.0 CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT AWARD: The Director of Public Utilities publicly opened three bids on June 6, 2018 from:
1. Facemyer Company $445,618.62 (after bid tab correction)
2. Columbus Asphalt Paving Co. $455,947.17
3. Conie Construction Co. $523,250.00
3.1 PRE-QUALIFICATION...
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