TITLE
Consider a memorandum/resolution awarding Bid Number 20-05 for construction of the Waterline Rehabilitation Phase III project to TTG Utilities, LP., in an amount not to exceed $2,059,264.50.
SUMMARY
DATE: May 12, 2020
TO: Kent Cagle, City Manager
FROM: Danielle Singh, Executive Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: Authorize the Award of a Construction Contract with TTG Utilities, LP in the amount of $2,059,264.50 to construct the Waterline Rehabilitation Phase III Project
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
The 2012 Water and Wastewater Master Plan includes project 9W to rehabilitate or replace old, small diameter undersized waterlines in the northwest corner area of Killeen. The rehabilitation/replacement of these waterlines will help eliminate the number of waterline breaks, increase available fire flow, and improve water quality in this area.
The bid package was prepared with the base bid for waterlines with the highest priority of replacement and several Add Alternates were included in the bid package so that additional waterlines could be installed based on proposed cost and available funding. The base bid consists of approximately 5,000 feet of 8” waterline and approximately 13,500 feet of 6” waterline and associated fire hydrants, valves, fittings etc. along 13 different streets within the area bordered by W. Rancier Ave, Williamson Dr., and Garth Dr. Add Alternate No. 1 consists of approximately 700 feet of 6” waterline along Whitlow Dr. Add Alternate No. 2 consists of approximately 5,000 feet of 6” and 8” Waterline located on Valley Rd., Kern Rd., and Garth Dr.
On March 25th, the City of Killeen received competitive bids from four contractors for the Waterline Rehabilitation Phase III project. The bids are as follows:
|
BIDDERS |
BID (Base + Alt. 1+Alt. 2) |
|
TTG Utilities, LP. |
2,059,264.50 |
|
Atlas Construction Corp. |
3,016,440.00 |
|
Bruce Flanigan Construction, Inc. |
3,270,683.70 |
|
Bell Contractors, Inc. |
4,359,366.04 |
THE ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
1. Do not move forward with the project at this time.
2. Award the construction contract to TTG Utilities, LP.
Which alternative is recommended? Why?
The 2nd alternative is recommended because:
1. TTG Utilities, LP is the low bidder with a total cost significantly less than engineer’s opinion of probable cost for the project.
2. TTG Utilities, LP has completed numerous waterline projects in Killeen and throughout Central Texas.
3. KPA, the design engineering firm on this project, recommended the contract be awarded to TTG Utilities, LP.
CONFORMITY TO CITY POLICY:
Authorizing a construction contract with TTG Utilities, LP for the construction of the Waterline Rehabilitation Phase III Project conforms to all State and City purchasing policies.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
What is the amount of the expenditure in the current fiscal year? For Future Years?
Funding for this project is available in the amount of $2,059,264.50 through two accounts and funding sources - (a) $1,750,756 through Account Number 386-3495-800.54-59 which is funded by the 2013 Water and Sewer Bond, (b) $308,509 through Account Number 387-3435-432.69-03 which is City's 2020 CIP Construction fund. The total amount of expenditure is available in the current fiscal year.
Is this a one-time or recurring expenditure?
This is a one-time expenditure.
Is this expenditure budgeted? If not, where will the money come from?
This expenditure is budgeted.
Is there a sufficient amount in the budgeted line-item for this expenditure?
Yes, there is a sufficient amount in the budgeted line-item for this expenditure.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager or his designee to enter into a construction contract with TTG Utilities, LP in the amount of $2,059,264.50 to construct the Waterline Rehabilitation Phase III Project, and that the City Manager is expressly authorized to execute any and all changes within the amounts set by state and local law.
DEPARTMENTAL CLEARANCES:
Public Works
Finance
City Attorney
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Bid Proposal from TTG Utilities, LP
Bid Receipt Summary
KPA Letter of Recommendation
Certificate of Interested Parties Form 1295
Location Map