Title
Resolution - A Resolution Awarding a Contract for the Construction of Antler Drive Water Line Extension to LKG Resources, LLC., and authorizing funding for an Amount Not to Exceed $156,280.55 (Utility Bond Fund)
Requested Action
Approve the Resolution awarding a contract for the Construction of Antler Drive Water Line Extension to LKG Resources, LLC, and authorizing funding for an amount not to exceed $156,280.55.
Recommendation
The Engineering Staff recommends approval of the Resolution.
Description/History
The project was bid on March 17, 2016 and there were seven bidders for the project. The low bidder was LKG Resources, LLC. Bids ranged from a low bid of $129,791.00 to a high bid of $217,121.00.
The contract time for this project is Forty Five (45) working days or approximately 2 months. The limits for this project start at end of Antler dr. and extend south to FM 917.
This project includes installing a 10in Water Line from Antler dr. and extending approximately 1100 feet south to FM 917.
The requested funds are for a construction contract in the amount of $129,791.00, construction contingency, material testing, survey, and other miscellaneous services needed to complete the construction of the project, to be accomplished within a budget not to exceed $156,280.55.
Staff is recommending award of this project and authorization of funding for an amount not to exceed $156,280.55.
Justification
LKG Resources, LLC. has completed capital work in the City of Mansfield in the past. The Engineering Department feels that LKG Resources, LLC. has the necessary staff and equipment to complete a job of this size and scope within the allowed contract time.
The Director of Public Works will be in attendance at the meeting to answer Council’s questions regarding the proposed contract. A resolution is attached for Council’s consideration.
Funding Source
The funding source will be from the Utility Bond Fund.
Prepared By
Gus Chavarria, CIP Project Manager, Engineering Department
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