Title
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing: 1) a construction contract with Traffic Systems Construction, Inc., for the traffic signal at FM 270 & Austin Street Project (CIP #: TR1101) in the amount of $239,239, 2) an expenditure of $23,925 for construction work change directives and 3) an expenditure of $7,200 for construction material testing services, for a total project amount not to exceed $270,364 (Deputy City Manager)
Background:
Approval of this resolution will award a construction contract (RFP #16-049) to Traffic Systems Construction, Inc. for the construction of the traffic signal at FM 270 & Austin Street Project, and authorize funds for a construction work change directive budget and construction material testing services budget.
The purpose of this project is to construct a mast-arm traffic signal at the intersection of FM 270 and Austin Street. By adding a traffic signal at this intersection, this will reduce traffic delays from Austin Street, enhance safety, as well as, support the future growth of traffic in this area.
Sealed bids for the project were received September 1, 2016; whereas Traffic Systems Construction, Inc. submitted the only bid in the amount of $239,239. Attached is the City’s Engineering Consultant’s recommendation of award along with the bid tabulation.
Staff requests the approval of the award of the construction contract and the authorization of funds, as follows:
1. Construction contract with Traffic Systems Construction, Inc. in the amount of $239,239.
2. Construction work change directive budget in the amount of $23,925 (10% of construction amount) that will allow staff to approve minor field changes to expedite decisions and avoid possible construction delays and/or damage claims by the contractor.
3. Construction material testing services budget in the amount of $7,200 (3% of construction amount). The concrete materials used in this project, require testing in accordance with the contract documents, whereas the City is responsible to employ and pay for services of an independent testing laboratory.
Because of the lead time to acquire signal poles, this project is anticipated to take 165 calendar days from the notice to proceed.
Attachments:
1. Data Sheet
2. Proposed Resolution
3. Construction Contract
4. Letter of Recommendation
5. Bid Tab
6. Aerial Map
FUNDING
{ } NOT APPLICABLE
{X} Funding in the amount of $270,364 is available from Misc. Capital Projects Fund 075-6406-733-9510 TR1101 (Tyler account 50153300-56010)
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