Explanation
1. BACKGROUND: This legislation authorizes the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a construction contract with Quality lines Inc. for the Circuit 14060 Reliability Improvements Project; in an amount up to $1,799,453.30 for the Division of Power.
The goal of this project is to improve the reliability of Circuit 14060. This involves replacing nearly 100 wood distribution poles, 500 cross arms, 300 potted porcelain fused cutouts, 250 gapped lighting arresters, and 17,000 circuit feed of conductor. Additionally, three new electronic re-closers, three gang-operated air breaks, and 21 solid blade disconnects will be installed to improve operational flexibility.
This project includes other such work as may be necessary to complete the contract, in accordance with the drawings technical specifications, and City of Columbus Construction and Material Specifications as set forth in the Invitation For Bid (IFB).
The planning area for this project is: City-wide (99).
2. ECONOMIC IMPACT/ADVANTAGES; COMMUNITY OUTREACH; PROJECT DEVELOPMENT; ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS/ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT:
Economic Impact involves the improvement of electric reliability in business corridors located on Grant Avenue, Spring Street and Hamilton Avenue.
3.0 CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT AWARD: The Director of Public Utilities opened three bids on February 26, 2020 from Quality Lines Inc. - $1,799,453.30; U.S. Utility Contractors - $2,269,474.23; and Thayer Power and Communication Line & Construction Co. - $3,065,167.19.
3.1 PRE-QUALIFICATION STATUS: Quality Lines Inc. has met code requirements with respect to pre-qualification, pursuant to relevant sections of Columbus City Code Chapter 329. There is one (1) proposed subcontractor for this project.
Quality lines Inc.’s bid was deemed the lowest, best, most responsive and responsible bid in the amount of $1,799,453.30. Quality lines Inc.’s Contract Compliance Number is 31-529667 (expires 9/11/21, MAJ); DAX Vendor Account...
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