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Murphree WPT Well 16 Permanent Equipment Installation (B)
Staff recommends awarding a contract to Sawcross Construction Inc. for construction services for the MWTP Well 16 Permanent Equipment Project.
Explanation
W/WW Systems has a Capital Improvements Program to fund various improvement projects at the Murphree WTP. Upon completion, this project will enhance the reliability, redundancy, and capacity of the raw water pumping system. The project includes installing a new vertical turbine pump and motor at Well No. 16, a diesel engine with enclosure, a discharge piping and valves, and a precast concrete electrical building to house the electrical and instrumentation equipment. The new permanent pumping facility will be constructed similar to the existing Well No. 13 and Well No. 14 pumping facilities, also in the North Well field.
Utilities Purchasing issued an Invitation to Bid to four known companies that perform this type of work. In addition, the bid was posted on GRU's web page. Three firms attended a mandatory pre-bid meeting. Three bids were received, with one no bid. A tabulation of the bids received is attached for your information. Any additional purchases will be made in accordance with established Purchasing policies.
Recommendation
The City Commission 1) authorize the General Manager, or his designee, to execute a contract with Sawcross, Inc. to perform construction services for the MWTP Well 16 Permanent Equipment Project, subject to approval of the City Attorney as to form and legality, and 2) approve the issuance of a purchase order to Sawcross Construction, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $1,209,000; and 3) authorize staff to procure services, equipment and materials, as required, to complete the project as budgeted.
Fiscal Note
Funding for this work is included in the Water System Capital Improvements FY 2011 and FY 2012 budget.
Drafter
Prepared by David M. Richardson, AGM Water/Wastewater Systems
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