FROM:
Engineering
SUBJECT:
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Award a Construction Contract for the Village of Heritage (VoH) Liberty Loop Patching and Pavement Rehabilitation Project (DE-26-97-SB)
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RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
1. Award bid and authorize the City Manager to enter into a construction contract with Matich Corporation for the construction of the VoH Liberty Loop Patching and Pavement Rehabilitation Project in the amount of $2,548,691.00 and authorize a 10% contingency in the amount of $254,869.10 (DE-26-97-SB).
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to enter into any and all utility agreements, utility easements, and subsequent agreements on behalf of the City of Fontana for the VoH Liberty Loop Patching and Pavement Rehabilitation Project.
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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 streets associated with the Village of Heritage (VoH) Liberty Loop Patching and Pavement Rehabilitation Project. The proposed improvements located in VoH include the rehabilitation of existing asphalt pavement and ADA compliant curb ramps. The project will improve ride quality, increase pavement service life, and enhance the safety of both vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
On April 9, 2026, the bids for this project were opened. A total of nine (9) bids were received ranging from $2,548,691.00 to $3,468,561.05. The Engineer’s Estimate was $3,732,623.00. After reviewing the proposed bid documents and performing reference checks, Engineering staff has determined Matich Corporation to be the lowest responsive and responsible bidder in the amount of $2,548,691.00.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The fiscal impact associated with the approval of this item is $2,548,691.00 with a $254,869.10 contingency, for a total of $2,803,560.10. Funds are included in the FY 25/26 Pavement Rehabilitation Project #37600090-601-A-8330 and #37600090-601-A-8331.
MOTION:
Approve staff recommendation.