SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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Approve an increase to the existing purchase order with Central Florida Contractors, Inc. of Seminole, Florida, for the 2025 Sidewalk Project in the amount of $500,000.00, increasing the annual not-to-exceed amount from $2,000,000.00 to $2,500,000.00, for the initial term and three, one-year renewal options, pursuant to Invitation to Bid (ITB) 25-0001-EN and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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SUMMARY:
On June 5, 2025, City Council awarded a construction contract to Central Florida Contractors, Inc. for the 2025 Sidewalk Project in the annual not-to-exceed amount of $2,000,000.00 for an initial one-year term, with the option for three additional one-year renewal terms, on a unit price basis, pursuant to Invitation to Bid (ITB) 25-0001-EN.
Due to unforeseen sidewalk repair needs within the Parks and Recreation Department at Marymont Park, Pier 60 Park, Eddie C. Moore Sports Complex, Allens Creek Park, and Forest Run Park, staff is requesting an annual increase of $500,000.00 to support these and other sidewalk repair projects, bringing the annual not-to exceed amount to $2,500,000.00 for the initial term and each renewal option.
The primary use of this contract is for the Streets and Sidewalks Division of Public Works to address citywide sidewalk and curb repair and replacement projects. The increase is requested solely to accommodate Parks & Recreation expenditures.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funding for this contract increase is available in project M2206, Parks & Beautification R&R, funded by revenues from the General Fund.
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.
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.
