FROM:
Engineering
SUBJECT:
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Award a Construction Contract for the Sierra Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project, from San Bernardino Avenue to Valley Boulevard
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RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
1. Award bid and authorize the City Manager to execute a construction contract with Onyx Paving Company, Inc. for the construction of the Sierra Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project, from San Bernardino Avenue to Valley Boulevard, in the amount of $848,000.00 and authorize a 10% contingency in the amount of $84,800.00 (Bid No. DE-24-89-SB).
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute any and all utility agreements, utility easements, and subsequent agreements on behalf of the City of Fontana for the Sierra Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project, from San Bernardino Avenue to Valley Boulevard (PN0065).
3. Appropriate $400,000.00 from Capital Reinvestment Fund (601) to the Sierra Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project, from San Bernardino Avenue to Valley Boulevard (PN0065).
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COUNCIL GOALS:
• To invest in the City’s infrastructure (streets, sewers, parks, etc.) by maintaining and improving the city's existing infrastructure.
• To invest in the City’s infrastructure (streets, sewers, parks, etc.) by providing for the development of new infrastructure.
• To invest in the City’s infrastructure (streets, sewers, parks, etc.) by focusing on relief of traffic congestion.
DISCUSSION:
The City of Fontana’s 7-Year Pavement Management Plan includes the Sierra Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project, from San Bernardino Avenue to Valley Boulevard (“Project”). The proposed improvements include the rehabilitation of existing asphalt pavement and the reconstruction of curb ramps. The project will improve ride quality, increase pavement service life, and enhance the safety of both vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
On January 25, 2024, bids for this contract were opened. A total of eight (8) bids were received, ranging from $848,000.00 to $1,483,750.00. Onyx Paving Company, Inc. is the lowest responsive and responsible bidder in the amount of $848,000.00. The Engineer’s estimate was $800,000.00.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The fiscal impact associated with the approval of this item is $848,000.00 with a $84,800.00 contingency for a total of $932,800.00. The available budget in 37600065-282-A-8329 is $800,000.00. Considering all project expenses, an additional $400,000.00 is being requested in 37600065-601-A-8329 and is not included in the 2023-24 budget. The request will be submitted in the FY 23-24 3rd quarterly budget report and will be funded by Capital Reinvestment Fund (601).
MOTION:
Approve staff recommendation.