SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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Authorize a Guaranteed Maximum Price proposal to Khors Construction, Inc. of Pinellas Park, Florida, for the construction of a 1,700-square foot maintenance, office and restroom building at Joe DiMaggio Sports Complex located at 2450 Drew Street in the amount of $562,433.29 pursuant to Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 51-24 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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SUMMARY:
On October 03, 2024, Council approved the use of 18 firms to serve as Construction Managers at Risk for Continuing Contracts under RFQ 51-24 and Khors Construction, Inc. was selected as one of the approved firms.
Khors Construction, Inc. was selected from the approved CMAR Continuing Contracts list based on past reliability, professionalism, capability of offering design build services, as well as their past performances with many other similar projects in various City parks. In fact, Khors Construction, Inc. has been engaged with the engineer of record in the construction design of this building for the last few years, but due to budget constraints this project was put on hold until now which makes them the CMAR to be considered for this project.
This proposal involves the removal and demolition of a small, outdated maintenance shed and the construction of a new 1,700-square foot facility. The new building will feature a maintenance area, office space and ADA-compliant public restrooms. The existing maintenance shed is insufficient and lacks the storage capacity required by the Joe DiMaggio Sports Complex maintenance team. This project will provide adequate storage for the Sports Complex while consolidating items currently stored at the Carpenter Complex, resulting in improved efficiency, better-organized storage, safer and more functional workspaces, and an extended lifespan of equipment.
Additionally, the project will enhance the programming capabilities at the Joe DiMaggio Sports Complex by adding two restrooms and a water fountain, offering convenient amenities for staff and participants while eliminating the need for portable restroom rentals during events. Annual operating costs are anticipated to increase by approximately $2,400.00 to cover additional utility expenses.
The contract duration is 180 days, commencing upon issuance of a notice to proceed.
This item aligns with the Community Development Code, as well as the Comprehensive and Strategic Plans.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funds are available in capital improvement project M2207 Athletic Fields R & R, funded with General Fund revenues.
USE OF RESERVE FUNDS:
N/A
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.
• 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.
