REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Sean Crumby, Director of Public Works
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Accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorize execution of a construction contract with Sancon Technologies, Inc., in the amount of $701,988.40 for the Fiscal Year 20/21 Sewer Lining project, CC-1619
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Statement of Issue:
On March 30, 2021, bids were publically opened for the Fiscal Year 20/21 Sewer Lining project. City Council action is requested to award the construction contract to Sancon Technologies, Inc., the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
Financial Impact:
Total construction cost for the project, including contingency and inspection, is $860,000. Funds are available in the current fiscal year budget in the Sewer Fund, Account No. 51189002.82600.
Recommended Action:
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A) Accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by Sancon Technologies, Inc., in the amount of $701,988.40; and,
B) Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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Alternative Action(s):
Reject all bids, or provide staff with alternative action.
Analysis:
The Public Works Department's Engineering and Utilities Division coordinates the need for rehabilitation of existing sewer pipes, based on maintenance history and video inspection. The scope of work for the project includes lining approximately 21,969 lineal feet of aged sewer main lines identified as a priority this year. The locations would benefit from lining, as the existing pipes are either lined with calcium deposits from groundwater seepage through minor cracks and joints, or have joints offset by tree roots from adjacent mature trees located on parkways. These deposits and roots inhibit flow and will be removed prior to lining. Lining of the pipes does not require trenching, as it is performed by i...
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