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TO: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
FROM: Graig Neville, Engineer
DATE: July 29, 2015
SUBJECT:
A resolution to award a Contract to Gerardi Sewer & Water Co., 4520 North Osage, Norridge, IL 60706 for the Michigan Ave. Water Main Replacement Project in the amount of $202,670.00.
PURPOSE:
Michigan Ave. between Pennsylvania and Palace has been experiencing water main breaks during the past several years. Replacing the existing 6-inch failing water main with a new 8-inch water main will provide reliable service and improved fire protection for residents in the area. In addition, this block is scheduled for street resurfacing. This project will avoid the necessity of disturbing newly paved roadways.
BACKGROUND:
Michigan Ave. water main replacement plans were developed in response to a city-wide water main break evaluation and pavement resurfacing program. Installing the replacement water main between Pennsylvania and Palace will reduce the likelihood of pavement excavation due to water main breaks along the block. Plans were issued for bid and eight (8) qualified contractors submitted bids.
DISCUSSION:
Residents along this block of Michigan Ave. can expect improved fire protection and reliable water service after completion of this project. Water main will be increased from 6-inches to 8-inches and new services connections at the main will be installed. The lowest responsible bid was selected for the project.
This project has funds available in project IC076 account 510-4058-511-7302.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
Residents along this block should expect improved fire protection flows and more reliable water service. The water main breaks have been frequent along this block. In addition, street resurfacing plans will occur after the water main replacement, reducing the likelihood of pavement patching shortly after new pavement is installed.
Arrangements with a construction observation consultant are in process for the project. This will reduce the work load burden on engineering staff and we do not anticipate impacts to other departments.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
We request authorization for the Director of Purchasing to enter into an agreement with Gerardi Sewer & Water Co., 4520 North Osage, Norridge, IL 60706 for construction of the Michigan Ave. Water Main Replacement project in the amount of two hundred two thousand, six hundred and seventy dollars, and no cents ($202,670.00).
cc: Alderman Garza, Chairman
Alderman Johnson
Alderman Mesiacos
Alderman Bohman, Alternate
CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS
RESOLUTION NO. _________
DATE OF PASSAGE ________________
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A Resolution to allow the Director of Purchasing to enter into an agreement with Gerardi Sewer & Water Co., 4520 North Osage, Norridge, IL 60706 for construction of the Michigan Ave. Water Main Replacement project in the amount of two hundred two thousand, six hundred and seventy dollars, and no cents ($202,670.00).
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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, submitted the lowest responsible bid of eight (8) bidders:
WHEREAS, Project IC076 Account 510-4058-511-7302 has sufficient funds for this project; and
WHEREAS, this block of Michigan Ave. between Pennsylvania and Palace has been experiencing water main breaks and is scheduled for pavement resurfacing, which we recommend completing the water main improvements prior to paving activities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Aurora, Illinois, as follows: Gerardi Sewer & Water Co., of 4520 North Osage, Norridge, IL 60706 be awarded the construction of the Michigan Ave. Water Main Replacement project for the contract amount of two hundred two thousand, six hundred and seventy dollars, and no cents ($202,670.00).