Title
Approval of Change Order to Bob's Barricades for University Avenue Lane Closure (NB)
Explanation
As a part of the FDOT project 207817-1-52-01 to repave University Avenue, the Electric Transmission and Distribution Department is replacing the existing electrical lines with new lines. As a result of this work, a lane closure has been necessary between the 2200 and 3400 blocks of University Avenue. At this point on University Avenue the roadway consists of three lanes of traffic, one heading east-bound, and two heading west-bound. The only work area available for this job required closing the single east-bound lane and rerouting the traffic onto one of the two west-bound lanes. To transfer the responsibility for the lane closure in such a high traffic area, and the resultant liability, Bob's Barricades was contracted to handle the work and assume any liability resulting from the work.
Initial cost estimates for the lane closure came to approximately $17,000 and a purchase order was issued on April 21, 2005. However, the costs are now projected to approximately $55,000. This increase reflects the FDOT's alteration of the original work day, starting at 7 AM and continuing into the evening, to a reduced work schedule of 9 AM to 4 PM. The combined affects of this change and several days of inclement weather have added significantly to the number of days expected for this work, and to the cost of the project.
Recommendations
The City Commission approve the issuance of a change order to Bob's Barricades for the lane closure between the 2200 and 3400 blocks of University Avenue for the Electric Transmission and Distribution department in an amount not to exceed $38,000 (new not-to-exceed amount of $55,000).
Fiscal Note
Funding for capital work projects is included in the Operation and Maintenance portion of Energy Delivery's budget for FY 2005.
Drafter
Prepared by: John E. Tisdale, Electric Transmission & Distribution
Submitted by: Michael ...
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