TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: Jason Bauer, Assistant Director of Public Works
DATE: June 24, 2021
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A request to obtain bids for the construction of the Phillips Park Golf Course Simulator Addition and purchase of two golf simulators.
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PURPOSE:
In order to obtain competitive sealed bids for this project, approval from the Finance Committee is needed, as the project is currently not in the budget for 2021.
BACKGROUND:
This project consists of modifications to the existing clubhouse and an addition that will house two golf course simulators. These are becoming quite popular and allow for revenue to be generated at the golf course year-round.
This project was originally budgeted in 2020 but was not constructed when the budget was reduced due to the pandemic. The budget for 2021 was developed in the fall of 2020, at which time the City's financial status for this calendar year was still unknown. At this time, it has been confirmed that there are various funding mechanisms available to construct the project this year.
DISCUSSION:
The project is being finalized now and staff will be prepared to seek bids within a month. With the Committee's approval, we will advertise for bids and will return to the Committee with a recommendation for award to the lowest responsible bidder later this year. If the anticipated timelines are followed, the simulators should be available for use by the end of the golf season and revenue will be generated this winter.
Once bids have been received, we will determine the funds that will be used and will present that information when we come recommend the award.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
The impact of this project will be minimal, and the clubhouse will remain open to the public during construction. No additional staff will be required.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
I request that the Committee authorize staff to seek bids for the construction of the Phillips Park Golf Course Simulator Addition.
cc: Finance Committ...
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