Title
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR UNDERGROUND BORING SERVICES; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Executive Summary: The broadband pilot program underground fiber routing has been surveyed and engineered and staff is now prepared to recommend award of contract.
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Legislative History
Resolution No. 15-78 authorizing the City Manager to solicit proposals related to the City broadband project.
Purpose & Explanation
RFP's for underground conduit boring were sent out and advertised publically per City charter. The Public Works Department received and reviewed three (3) bids for this service as related to the City broadband project.
Following thorough bid reviews staff is recommending OCI Construction, Inc. as the lowest and best bidder for underground boring services. OCI Construction has performed work for many City projects in the past and has proven to be a quality company for this type of service. A price sheet has been attached for review.
Staff is also recommending contract award approval of underground boring services to OCI Construction, Inc. for the Laurel Lake retirement community property as an alternate bid should the City's broadband service be extended to the property in the future.
Timing Considerations
Upon authorization to proceed by the City Council, the administration will award and enter into a contract with OCI Construction, Inc. Staff requests emergency legislation to expedite the broadband boring work.
Fiscal Impact
X Currently Budgeted
Supplemental Appropriation Required
Appropriation Not Required.
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends City Council approve this Resolution authorizing the City Manager to award and enter into a contract with OCI Construction, Inc., 8560 Pekin Rd. Novelty, OH 44072, for underground boring services in the amount of $57, 707.00 for the Phase I broadband project and for the Laurel Lake property alternate bid in the amount o...
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