ADMINISTRATION - Dan Schluender, City Engineer
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Authorize a Professional Services Contract with Bolton and Menk for Design and Construction Administration of 89th Avenue and Davenport Area Street Reconstructions, Improvement Project 22-05
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Executive Summary
Authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a Professional Services Contract with Bolton & Menk for design and construction services for the reconstruction of 89th Avenue and Davenport Street Area, Project No. 22-05, in the amount of $497,535.00.
Background
On September 20, 2021 Council initiated the 89th Avenue and Davenport Street Area Reconstruction, Project No. 22-05 with Resolution No. 21-180. At the same September 20, 2021 Council meeting Bolton and Menk, which is one of the engineering firms in the pre-approved consultant pool approved by Council on August 2, 2021, was awarded a contract to prepare preliminary design and a feasibility report. At that time it was stated that after completion of the feasibility report and upon ordering the improvements, a contract for final design and construction services would be negotiated with Bolton and Menk.
The Engineering Department recently requested and received a proposal for final design and construction services for the 89th Avenue and Davenport Street Area Reconstruction project from Bolton & Menk in the amount of $497,535.00. Staff has reviewed this proposal and determined that the fees are justified and reasonable. City Council is also asked to approve a 10% contingency to bring the total project budget to $547,288.50
This project will be funded through proposed project assessments, Pavement Management Program funds and Public Utility funds.
Strategic Plan Relationship
This project aligns with the City’s strategic plan goal of well-maintained infrastructure by providing high-quality street surfaces.
Board/Commission Review
Not applicable.
Financial Impact
This project will be funded through a combination of debt financing repaid through assessments and property taxes, funds on hand in the City Pavement Management Program fund, and Public Utility funds. There are sufficient funds to cover these costs.
Public Outreach/Input
The project is being conducted pursuant to MN Statutes, Chapter 429 and is compliant with all public notification requirements thereof.
Staff Recommendation
By motion, authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter a contract with Bolton & Menk, Inc. in the amount of $497,535 for engineering design and construction administration services for the 89th Avenue and Davenport Street Area Street Reconstruction Improvement, project 22-05. In addition, authorize a 10% contingency to bring the total requested budget to $547,288 and authorize the Director of Public Works to sign all change orders up to the authorized project budget amount.
Attachment List
Project Location Map
Final Design and Construction Administration Agreement