Title
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing a construction contract with Wameco Construction LLC for the Constellation Lift Station Rehabilitation Project (WW1901H), in amount of $796,050, and authorizing an additional $79,600 for a Work Change Directive budget, for a total construction budget of $875,650 (Executive Director of Capital Projects)
Background:
Approval of this resolution will authorize the award of a construction contract to Wameco Construction LLC for the Constellation Lift Station Rehabilitation Project (WW1901H), in amount of $796,050, and authorizing an additional $79,600 for a Work Change Directive budget, for a total construction budget of $875,650.
The project is part of City’s annual program that systematically re-builds and rehabilitates older lift stations. The purpose of this project is to convert the above-ground pump station to a submersible pump station for improved reliability and safety. This lift station was constructed in the early 1980’s and is a critical station serving a large area. The proposed rehabilitation consists of but not limited to:
- Conversion of existing self-priming pump configuration to a submersible pump configuration
- New pumps and suction piping
- New controls and electrical system
- Structural modifications
- New hatches and safety gear
- New discharge piping and valves.
- Rehabilitation and coating of existing we well
- Bypass pump during construction
Seven (7) sealed bids for the project were received on September 30, 2026 (Bid No. 26-025). Based on the City’s A+B bidding method, bids and contract times received, Wameco Construction LLC submitted the lowest responsible and responsive cost value bid in amount of $796,050 and 210 calendar days to final completion. Attached is the City’s engineering consultant’s recommendation of award and the bid tabulation.
Attachments:
1. Proposed Resolution
2. Exhibit A - Construction Contract
3. Letter of Recommendation and Bid Tabulation
4. Project Site Layout
5. CIP Project Sheet
6. CIP Aerial Map
FUNDING
{X} Funding in the amount of $875,650 is available from Miscellaneous Utility Capital Projects Fund, fund 1055, with expenses charged to project expense string WW1901H - CONSTRUCT-CONSTRUCT -RS CASH.
STRATEGIC PLANNING
{X} Addresses Strategic Planning Critical Success Factor #1: Develop and Maintain our Infrastructure.