Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with Procon Professional Construction Services, Inc. for the UIRF - Maloney Park Improvements Project. The contract amount is $291,303.00, with a contingency of $33,697.00, for a total of $325,000.00. An additional $2,000.00 is being authorized for interdepartmental fees for a total of $327,000.00 being authorized by this ordinance.
The South Linden Area Commission requested various improvements to Maloney Park through the Urban Infrastructure Recovery Fund (UIRF) Program. The Recreation and Parks Department worked with the Area Commission and UIRF team to identify and prioritize the scope of improvements for the park. As a result, the stakeholders identified the need for the realigning and resurfacing the existing asphalt loop walking path. Improving the existing gazebo, including bringing electrical service to the gazebo for special events, was also identified. Additionally, alternates were included in the bid, providing pricing for planting additional trees, replacing existing park benches, and adding additional new park benches.
Vendor Bid/Proposal Submissions (ODI designation status):
Bids were advertised through Vendor Services, in accordance with City Code Section 329, on June 9, 2021 and received by the Recreation and Parks Department on June 22, 2021. This project was also picked up by various local and regional plan rooms and distributed to their membership. Bids were received from the following companies:
Procon Professional Construction Services, Inc. (MAJ): $291,303.00
Tyevco, Inc. (MAJ): $318,600.00
After reviewing the bids that were submitted, it was determined that Procon Professional Construction Services, Inc. was the lowest and most responsive bidder. Procon Professional Construction Services, Inc. and all proposed subcontractors have met code requirements with respect to prequalification, pursuant to relevant...
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