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TO: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
FROM: Graig Neville, Engineer
DATE: August 14, 2015
SUBJECT:
A resolution authorizing the Director of Purchasing to enter into an agreement with Wills Burke Kelsey Associates, Ltd. To perform construction engineering services for the Michigan Avenue Water Main Replacement project.
PURPOSE:
To enter into an agreement with Wills Burke Kelsey Associates Ltd. for construction engineering services for the above referenced project.
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 Gerardi Sewer & Water Co. was the low bidder. Wills Burke Kelsey Associates Ltd. was selected by staff to provide construction engineering services as they have significant experience working with the City of Aurora.
DISCUSSION:
Wills Burke Kelsey Associates Ltd. submitted a proposal to provide on-site full-time construction engineering services in an amount not to exceed $43,750.00 for this project. Funding for this project is available in 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 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 Wills Burke Kelsey Associates Ltd., 8 East Galena Boulevard, Suite 402, Aurora, IL 60506 for construction engineering services in an amount not to exceed forty three thousand, seven hundred fifty dollars and no cents ($43,750.00).
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 authorizing the Director of Purchasing to enter into an agreement with Wills Burke Kelsey Associates Ltd., 8 East Galena Boulevard, Suite 402, Aurora, IL 60506 for construction engineering services in an amount not to exceed forty three thousand, seven hundred fifty dollars and no cents ($43,750.00).
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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, it is necessary and desirable to provide on-site construction engineering services for the installation of new water main; and
WHEREAS, Wills Burke Kelsey Associates Ltd. was selected by staff to provide construction engineering services due to their qualifications and thorough understanding of City of Aurora construction practices and infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, the construction engineering services agreement with Wills Burke Kelsey Associates Ltd. has been provided as Exhibit "A"; and
WHEREAS, adequate funding is available in project IC076 account #510-4058-511-7302.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Aurora, Illinois, as follows: The Director of Purchasing are hereby authorized to enter into an agreement with Wills Burke Kelsey Associates Ltd., 8 East Galena Boulevard, Suite 402, Aurora, IL 60506 for construction engineering services in an amount not to exceed forty three thousand, seven hundred fifty dollars and no cents ($43,750.00) per the attached agreement contained herein as Exhibit "A".