Title
Approval of Bid Award for the 4th Avenue and Plum Street Pedestrian and Bike Improvements Project
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Move to award the construction contract to Rognlin’s, Inc., in the amount of $1,121,967.16, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract.
Report
Issue:
Whether to award the construction contract to Rognlin’s, Inc., in the amount of $1,121,967.16, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract.
Staff Contact:
Randy Wesselman, Project Manager, Public Works Engineering, 360.753.8477
Presenter(s):
None - Consent Calendar Item.
Background and Analysis:
In June 2022, the Washington State Department of Transportation awarded the City a Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety Program grant of $1,269,000 for the design and construction of the 4th Avenue and Plum Street Pedestrian and Bike Improvements Project.
The project addresses pedestrian and bike safety performance in and around the intersection of 4th Avenue and Plum Street, while improving on other modal safety performance.
The project includes:
• Separated bike lane
• Sidewalk repairs
• New pavement markings
• New curb access ramps and bulb-outs
• Signalization upgrades
• Paving
Climate Analysis:
This project supports increased use of active forms of travel by encouraging walking and biking which can reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
This project is supported with funding from Washington State’s Climate Commitment Act (CCA). The CCA supports Washington’s climate action efforts by putting cap-and-invest dollars to work reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health.
Equity Analysis:
This project will provide improved access to the City’s bicycle and pedestrian system, making use of that system easier and safer for everyone who uses it.
Except for temporary construction impacts there does not appear to be any indication that this project will create a burden on anyone in the community.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
Public Safety -. People walking, bicycling, and driving will have significantly safer facilities in the area of the intersection of 4th Avenue and Plum Street.
Construction Impacts - During construction, users of the 4th Avenue and Plum Street intersection will experience delays and some inconvenience due to construction activities. The project team will employ a number of strategies to inform users of the intersection and nearby businesses and residents using social media, Olympia News postings and targeted e-mail notifications.
Financial Impact:
This project is identified in the approved Capital Facilities Plan.
Overall project costs:
Total Low Bid: $1,121,967.16
Contingency to Award (10%): $ 112,197.00
Engineering: Design, Inspection, Consultants, Right-of-Way $ 637,170.00
Total Estimated Project Cost: $1,871,334.16
Available Project Funding: $ 2,029,050.00
Options:
1. Move to award the construction contract to Rognlin’s, Inc., in the amount of $1,121,967.16, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract. The project proceeds as planned.
2. Reject all bids and direct staff to rebid the project. The time needed to rebid will delay construction. The cost to construct the project may increase and grant funding from the Washington State Department of Transportation will be jeopardized.
3. Take other action.
Attachments:
Contract
Summary of Bids
Vicinity Map