SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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Authorize a Construction Contract to Harbor Contracting, LLC of Tampa, FL for the construction of a new trailhead at the State Road 60 pedestrian overpass in the amount of $391,440.50 pursuant to Invitation to Bid (ITB) 26-0052-PR State Road (SR) 60 Trailhead Park, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute the same. (consent)
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SUMMARY:
On August 19, 2026, Procurement issued an Invitation to Bid (26-0052-PR) for constructing a new State Road 60 trailhead designed to be a Parks & Recreation facility, and Harbor Contracting, LLC was selected as the approved firm.
Harbor Contracting, LLC was recommended by both Public Works and Procurement and selected as the lowest, most responsive and responsible bidder in accordance with the plans and bid specifications.
The Scope of Work for the SR 60 Trailhead Park Project includes creating a new Trailhead to support the use of the new Courtney Campbell Causeway pedestrian overpass and adjoining trail system, as well as connectivity to the adjacent Welcome Center. Site improvements include the installation of site furnishings such as benches, picnic tables, Adirondak chairs, waste receptacles, drinking fountain, bike racks, bike repair station, landscaping, irrigation, concrete pads and sidewalks and regulatory/informational signage as specified in the construction plans.
The total cost of construction and materials including a 10% contingency is $391,440.50 It should be noted that the City has been awarded, and accepted, a grant from Trust for Public Land (TPL) in the amount of $216,000 for these renovations and improvements which means that the total City cost will not exceed $175,440.50.
The construction work is estimated to take 90 consecutive calendar days from Notice to Proceed.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funds are available in capital improvement project 315-93272, Bicycle Paths - Bridges, to fund this contract. This project is funded by General Fund revenues.
USE OF RESERVE FUNDS:
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STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
Approval of the purchase order supports several Strategic Plan Objectives, including:
• 1.2: Maintain public infrastructure, mobility systems, natural lands, environmental resources, and historic features through systematic management efforts.
• 1.3: Adopt responsive levels of service for public facilities and amenities, and identify resources required to sustain that level of service.
• 1.4: Foster safe and healthy communities in Clearwater through first-class public safety and emergency response services.
• 1.5: Embrace a culture of innovation that drives continuous improvement and successfully serves all our customers.
• 2.3: Promote Clearwater as a premier destination for entertainment, cultural experiences, tourism, and national sporting events.
• 3.2: Preserve community livability through responsible development standards, proactive code compliance, and targeted revitalization.
• 4.4: Develop accessible and active transportation networks that enhance pedestrian safety and reduce citywide greenhouse gas emissions.
