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Consider approving Resolution No. 2014-011 awarding the bid and authorizing a contract with SYB Construction Co., Inc. for the 2013-2014 water main replacements project and take appropriate action.
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BACKGROUND:
The 2013-2014 Capital Improvement Program Budget Non-Bond Utility Fund provides funding for the rehabilitation of water lines and sanitary sewers. The water mains on Wasina Drive from Brandywine Drive to Dennis Lane and Rolling Knoll Circle from Brookhaven Club Drive to the end will be replaced. The water mains that will be replaced are approximately thirty years old and in poor condition.
DISCUSSION:
On February 6, 2014, nine bids were received and opened for the 2013-2014 water main replacement projects. All bids met specifications.
There is $400,000 available for the water main replacements. The low bidder is SYB Construction Co., Inc. with a bid in the amount of $364,380. SYB Construction Co., Inc. has performed similar projects for the City of Farmers Branch in the past and has provided adequate references. The contract time is 90 calendar days.
This item is consistent with Core Value No. 5 providing functional, sustainable and well maintained infrastructure, facilities and equipment.
RECOMMENDATION:
City Administration recommends the approval of Resolution No. 2014-011 awarding the bid and authorizing a contract with SYB Construction Co., Inc. for the 2013-2014 water main replacement projects.
ACTIONS:
1) Motion to approve Resolution No. 2014-011 awarding the bid and authorizing a contract with SYB Construction Co., Inc. for the 2013-2014 water main replacement projects and take appropriate action.
2) Motion to deny Resolution No. 2014-011 awarding the bid and authorizing a contract with SYB Construction Co., Inc. for the 2013-2014 water main replacement projects and take appropriate action.
3) Motion to modify to meet the needs of the Council.
4) Motion to table the issue for further study or take no action.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Location Map
2. Resolution No. 2014-011
3. Bid Tabulation