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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irving
FROM: Mark Matkovich, Assistant Chief of Services - Aurora Fire Department
DATE: March 2nd, 2022
SUBJECT:
A resolution to remove and replace the Portland cement concrete (PCC) driveway on the North side of the fire station and other miscellaneous appurtenances all in accordance with the plans and specifications, at Aurora Fire Department Station 3 by M/M Peters Construction Inc. of Aurora, Illinois in the amount of $57,421.60.
PURPOSE:
To replace the concrete driveway on the North side, at Aurora Fire Department Station 3.
BACKGROUND:
Aurora Fire Station 3 opened on December 1st of 1972 and is now 49 years old. The concrete driveway at Aurora Fire Station 3 is original and is in bad shape. The entire apron has spalling, all the joints are missing the concrete and down to dirt
DISCUSSION:
Replacing the concrete at Aurora Fire Station 3 will ensure that a smooth surface for the vehicles to drive on and reduce repairs to vehicles due to rough concrete.
The fire department has $66,000.00 funding available in the Capital Projects Fund in account 340-3033-422.38-05. The funds were budgeted there from the approved 2022 decision package.
Aurora Public Works/Engineering created the bid specifications and any addendum regarding this project. The bid opening occurred on February 23, 2022; M/M Peters Construction Inc. was the lowest responsible bidder. M/M Peters Construction, Inc has done work for the city before without any complaints.
This project was subject to the local preference ordinance, but did not impact the decision.
Public Works/Engineering will monitor the construction to ensure project completion to specifications.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
While the concrete at Station 3 is being replaced, engine 3 and medic 3 will run out of the South side of the station.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
That the Finance Committee and City Council accept the bid for $57,421.60 from M/M Peters Construction, Inc. to replace the concrete at Aurora Fire St...
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