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Award of Bid for Reconstruction of SW 3rd Street at Depot Avenue and Related Appurtenances (B)
Explanation
This project consists of the reconstruction of SW 3rd Street south of Depot Avenue. The proposed facilities include a curb and gutter roadway that will match the existing pavement at the intersection of Depot Avenue to extend south to the gated entrance of Florida Rock Industries. A retention pond will be constructed at the southern terminus of the project, and roadway improvements will accommodate the relocation of utilities after clearing and grubbing has been completed.
This section of SW 3rd Street has very high large truck usage. Concrete pavement is desirable for roadway with heavy vehicles to withstand the loads and reduce future maintenance costs. The Public Works Department has negotiated an agreement with Florida Rock Industries to provide the concrete for this project at cost provided the roadway was designed with concrete pavement. The estimated cost to the City for the concrete for this construction project is $20,000.
The Purchasing Division solicited bids from 132 vendors, with John C. Hipp Construction Equipment Company as the sole responder with a bid of $95,865.40.
Fiscal Note
Funds for this project are available in the 1996 Road Construction Public Works Unspecified Capital Projects Account.
Recommendation
The City Commission: 1) award the contract for the reconstruction of SW 3rd Street at Depot Avenue and related appurtenances to John C. Hipp Construction Equipment Company; 2) authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the contract subject to the approval of the City Attorney as to form and legality; and 3) authorize the issuance of a purchase order to John C. Hipp Construction Equipment Company in the amount of $95,865.40.