FROM:
Engineering
SUBJECT:
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Final Acceptance of the North Heritage Phase 1 Fiber Optic Project
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RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Accept as complete the work performed by GA Technical Services, Inc. for the construction of the North Heritage Phase 1 Fiber Optic Project (#37600023).
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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:
On October 10, 2023, the City Council authorized the award of a construction contract to the lowest responsible/responsive bidder (GA Technical Services, Inc.) in the amount of $218,484.01 with a 10% contingency in the amount of $21,848.40 for the North Heritage Phase 1 Fiber Project (#37600023). The proposed improvements for the North Heritage Phase 1 Fiber Project consisted of installing fiber optic facilities along North Heritage Ave and Kestrel Drive between Baseline Avenue and Victoria Street. The project ultimately closed gaps in our existing network infrastructure and enhanced the City’s traffic management communication system, improving the flow of traffic for all roadway users.
GA Technical Services, Inc. completed the construction of the project on July 31, 2024. The project was successfully completed for the final contract amount of $240,262.68, an increase of 9.97% from the original amount of $218,484.01 and $69.73 under the total authorized budget. All work has been completed to the satisfaction of the City.
FISCAL IMPACT:
As part of the action to accept the construction of the North Heritage Phase 1 Fiber Optic Project (#37600023) as complete, the City will take over the operation and maintenance of this public infrastructure. Appropriate funding for the maintenance work is included in the FY 2024-25 budget under the Public Works & Engineering Department, Traffic Division.
MOTION:
Approve staff recommendation.