Presenter/Contact
Presenter
Barbara Coleman, Purchasing Manager
Contact Info
(830) 221-4389 - BColeman@nbtexas.org
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SUBJECT:
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Approval of the issuance of an invitation for competitive sealed proposals for the Alves Lane Project since the City Council finds that this delivery method will provide the best value to the City.
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BACKGROUND / RATIONALE:
Alves Lane Improvements is one of the approved Proposition Two projects included in the 2013 Bond Program, which will improve drainage adjacent to Alves Lane from SH-46 to Barbarosa Road. The project also includes the reconstruction of Alves Lane. Moreover, the project includes sidewalks on both sides of the roadway and ultimately has a positive impact on traffic congestion on SH-46.
On December 8, 2014 City Council approved a contract task order with M&S Engineering to provide engineering design, bid phase, construction phase and surveying services for the final design of the proposed improvements. The construction documents have been completed and this project will be joint bid with NBU who will pay for the utility improvements.
City staff recommends issuing an invitation for a Competitive Sealed Proposal (CSP) as the procurement method for the contract to construct this project. The CSP method allows the City to evaluate the most qualified contractors and the best value for the project. The evaluation of the proposals received by City staff will be presented to City Council for direction regarding the approval of a contract for construction.
ADDRESSES A NEED/ISSUE IN A CITY PLAN OR COUNCIL PRIORITY:
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Yes |
City Plan/Council Priority: |
Strategic Priorities: (Infrastructure) - Continue an ongoing program of infrastructure construction and maintenance. |
FISCAL IMPACT:
The total funds allocated to this project equal approximately $15.78M. The amount allocated for professional services is $1.3M. The total allocated for ROW is $1M. The total allocated for utility adjustments for Enterprise natural gas lines is $535,000. The construction cost will be paid through a combination of bond proceeds and roadway impact fees. However, this particular action requested of the City Council has no fiscal impact.
Recommendation
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the issuance of an invitation for competitive sealed proposals for the Alves Lane Project since the City Council finds that this delivery method will provide the best value to the City.