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TO: Mayor John Laesch
FROM: Kurt Muth, PE, Asst. Dir. Public Works / Asst. City Engineer
DATE: June 8, 2026
SUBJECT:
A resolution to award the Richard St, Robert St, N Russell Ave Water Main Improvements project, located in Ward 6, to Gerardi Sewer & Water Co., in the bid amount of $3,187,318.50.
PURPOSE:
To replace the existing water main in the area which has a history of frequent breaks.
BACKGROUND:
The location of the water main to be replaced can be seen in the attachment, Exhibit A - Location Map. There are a total of 98 water services off the existing water main that will be replaced and switched over to the new main, most of which are currently lead service lines.
DISCUSSION:
A total of six bids were received, opened, and reviewed on May 20, 2026. Attached are Exhibits B & C, the posted bid document and the Evaluation Tabulation. Gerardi Sewer & Water Co’s Submitted Bid can be seen in the attached Exhibit D. The lowest responsible bid received was in the amount of $3,187,318.50 by Gerardi Sewer & Water Co. This was 5.87% below the Engineer's Estimate of $3,386,230.00. A CIP for the replacement of water main on Russell Avenue has been in the planning phase for some time and a recent uptick in breaks has moved it to the top of the list. This CIP, IC074, has a bugeted amount of $800,000 coming from account 510-4058-511-73-01. The remainder of the water main improvements will be funded with account 510-4058-511-73-02 (IC076 & IC080) for $1,742,743.50 & $644,757.00 respectively which has a 2026 total budgeted amount of $5,250,000.00 (IC076) & $7,500,000 (IC080). A budget transfer is in process to increase the funds in this account if necessary.
This project was subject to the Local Preference Ordinance, however no local contractors submitted.
A verification of good standing was completed for Gerardi Sewer & Water in April for another project.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
There will be no major lane closures during the duration of the project. The project location is in a quiet, residential area. Impacts to traffic and residents will be kept to a minimum with lifted parking restrictions as required. Water shutdowns during the project will be planned and coordinated with the residents affected.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
I request the proposed resolution awarding the contract to Gerardi Sewer & Water Co. in the bid amount of $3,187,318.50 be adopted.
cc: Infrastructure & Technology Committee
CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS
RESOLUTION NO. _________
DATE OF PASSAGE ________________
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A Resolution to award the Richard St, Robert St, N Russell Ave Water Main Improvements project, located in Ward 6, to Gerardi Sewer & Water Co., in the bid amount of $3,187,318.50.
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WHEREAS, the City of Aurora has a population of more than 25,000 persons and is, therefore, a home rule unit under subsection (a) of Section 6 of Article VII of the Illinois Constitution of 1970; and
WHEREAS, subject to said Section, a home rule unit may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs for the protection of the public health, safety, morals, and welfare; and
WHEREAS, the water main project will replace the existing water main which has a recent history of breaks; and
WHEREAS, Gerardi Sewer & Water Co submitted the lowest responsible bid out of six bids received, opened and submitted on May 20, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the water main improvements on Russell Ave will be funded from CIP IC074 which has a budgeted amount of $800,000 coming from account 510-4058-511-73-01; and
WHEREAS, the remainder of the water main improvements will be funded with account 510-4058-511-73-02 (IC076 & IC080) for $1,742,743.50 & $644,757.00 respectively which has a 2026 total budgeted amount of $5,250,000.00 (IC076) & $7,500,000 (IC080.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Aurora, Illinois, as follows: that the Director of Purchasing is hereby authorized to execute a contract with Gerardi Sewer & Water Co, in the bid amount of $3,187,318.50.