SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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Award a Purchase Order to Kamminga and Roodvoets, Inc., of Grand Rapids, MI, for Potable Water Piping Improvements Phase 2, 4, and 5 Project in the amount of $10,052,886.50 pursuant to Invitation to Bid (ITB) No.23-0011-UT and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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SUMMARY:
On October 18, 2023, Public Utilities issued ITB No. 23-0011-UT, Potable Water Piping Improvements Phase 2, 4, and 5, which closed on November 30, 2023., Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc., of Grand Rapids, MI was the lowest and only responsible bid received in accordance with the plans and specifications. After reviewing the contractor bid, the city’s Engineer of Record CHA Consulting, and Public Utilities recommend awarding the contract to Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. in the amount of $10,052,886,50.
The project is expected to be completed in 24 months.
The City of Clearwater’s Public Utilities Department is responsible for owning, operating, and maintaining the potable water distribution system. This work was identified in the 2022 Water Master Plan.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
A mid-year budget amendment will provide the following transfers:
$6,000,000 from project 3217321-96764, RO Plant Expansion Res #1
$335,000 from project 3217321-96773, Groundwater Replenishment Facility
$2,175,000 from project 3217321-96782, RO Plant at Water Plant #3
$560,000 from 3217321-96213, Marshall Street Upgrades and Improvements
$650,000 from project 3217321-96786, Water System Devices and Equipment, all transferred to 3217321-96214, East Plant Upgrades/Improvements.
After the above noted amendments, sufficient funding will be available in capital project 3217321-96214, East Plant Upgraded/Improvements, for this purchase order.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
In furtherance of the Council’s Strategic Plan to achieve High Performing Government by maintaining public infrastructure through systematic management efforts, award of a Construction Contract to Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. is requested. The project also aligns with the City’s Strategic goals of Community Well-Being and Environmental Stewardship.
