Title
Bid Award for NW 19th Lane Multi-Use Trail (B)
Explanation
This item is a request to authorize the bid award to DB Civil Construction, LLC for the construction of NW 19th Lane Multi-Use Trail from NW 16th Terrace to NW 13th Street. On April 5, 2021, the Procurement Division received two bids from responsible, responsive bidders for the construction of the project. The lowest evaluated bid meeting the specification submitted by DB Civil Construction in the amount of $299,431.00.
NW 19th Lane Multi-Use Trail project consists of removing the existing sidewalk on the north side of NW 19th Lane and replacing it with an 8 ft. wide multi-use trail for multi-modal access to Gainesville High School and the surrounding neighborhoods. The project is fully funded by a federal grant administered by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). The construction will occur while school is out for the summer and is scheduled to be complete prior to school commencing this fall.
Strategic Connection
This item is connected to Goal 3: A Great Place to Live and Experience in the City’s Strategic Plan.
Fiscal Note
This project is fully funded by FDOT LAP Grant in the amount of $342,570.00.
Recommendation
The City Commission: 1) award the bid to DB Civil Construction, LLC in the amount of $299,431.00; and 2) authorize the City Manager to execute the contract, subject to approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality.