FROM:
Engineering
SUBJECT:
Title
Final Acceptance of the Arrow Boulevard at Tokay Avenue Traffic Signal Project (Bid No. SB-113-DE-23)
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RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Accept as complete the work performed by Baker Electric, Inc. for the Arrow Boulevard at Tokay Avenue Traffic Signal Project (#37603354).
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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.
- To invest in the City’s infrastructure (streets, sewers, parks, etc.) by utilizing Measure-I Funds wisely.
DISCUSSION:
On July 11, 2023, the City Council authorized the award of a construction contract to the lowest responsible/responsive bidder (Baker Electric, Inc.) in the amount of $1,237,500.35 with a 10% contingency in the amount of $123,750.00 for the Arrow Boulevard at Tokay Avenue Traffic Signal Project (#37603354). The improvements consisted of signalizing the intersection, constructing new Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant curb ramps, and minor street widening.
Baker Electric, Inc. completed the construction of the project on May 31, 2025. The project was successfully completed for the final contract amount of $1,274,450.77, an increase of 2.99% from the original contract amount of $1,237,500.35 and $86,799.58 under the total authorized budget. All work has been completed to the satisfaction of the City.
FISCAL IMPACT:
As part of action to accept the construction of the Arrow Boulevard at Tokay Avenue Traffic Signal Project (#37603354) 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 2025-26 budget under the Public Works & Engineering Department, Traffic Division.
MOTION:
Approve staff recommendation.