Title
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE FOR COMPETITIVE BIDS AND TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR THE 2021 GUARDRAIL REPLACEMENT PROGRAM PROJECT.
Brief Description: This project consists of the replacement of guardrail in various locations throughout the City in 2021.
Body
Legislative History
None.
Purpose & Explanation
Guardrails are designed to prevent vehicles from leaving the roadside and becoming involved in more hazardous collisions. Over time, existing guardrails thought the City become damaged, have rotted posts, or become out of specification due to age. This work will replace damaged, failing, or out-of-date guardrails.
Legal Authority for Proposed Legislation
Pursuant to Charter Section 6.04:
X Competitively bid and advertised for three consecutive weeks
Joint or Cooperative Purchase Program
Professional Services
Other
Fiscal Impact
X Currently Budgeted (430 fund - $60,000)
Supplemental Appropriation Required
Appropriation Not Required
Does this legislation require use of an emergency clause?
Yes
X No
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends that City Council approve this authorization for the City Manager to advertise, receive bids, and award to the lowest and best bidder for 2021 Guardrail Replacement Program Project.
Submitted by,
Jane Howington, City Manager
Thomas J. Sheridan, Assistant City Manager-Professional Services
Bradley S. Kosco, PE, PS, City Engineer