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Murphree WTP Reactor Clarifier No. 1 and Thickener No. 1 Rehabilitation Project (B)
Staff recommends awarding a contract to Beach Construction Company, Inc. for construction services for the Murphree Water Treatment Plant Reactor Clarifier No. 1 and Thickener No. 1 Rehabilitation Project.
Explanation
Water/Wastewater Systems has a Capital Improvements Program to fund various improvement projects at the Murphree Water Treatment Plant (MWTP). Upon completion, this project will enhance the reliability of Reactor Clarifier No. 1 and the reliability and redundancy of the sludge thickening system. The project includes rehabilitation of the turbine drive and rake drive for Reactor Clarifier No. 1, installation of new control panel for Reactor Clarifier No. 1, rehabilitation to the structural concrete of Thickener No. 1 and decant pump station wetwell, installation of a new bridge, drive, center feedwell, rake, and launders for Thickener No. 1, and electrical and instrumentation improvements to Reactor Clarifier No. 1 and Thickener No. 1.
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. Four firms attended a mandatory pre-bid meeting. Four bids were received. 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 Beach Construction Company, Inc. to perform construction services for the Murphree Water Treatment Plant's Reactor Clarifier No. 1 and Thickener No. 1 Project, subject to approval of the City Attorney as to form and legality; and 2) approve the issuance of a purchase order to Beach Construction Company, Inc. for these services in an amount not to exceed $1,337,000; and 3) authorize staff to procure services, equipment a...
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