Title
Approving a construction contract with Joe Bland Construction in the amount of $2,793,854 for construction services associated with the 1849 Park Phase 1B Project, and authorizing the City Manager to execute the same.
Summary
On June 14, 2016, the Pflugerville City Council approved the 1849 Park Master Plan, which proposed a phased approach for the development of the sports complex and park. Construction of Phase 1 started in 2017 and included three football fields, three multipurpose fields, restroom facilities, and parking. Phase 1B will provide stormwater detention for both new and existing park amenities and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant-funded parking and lighting improvements.
Construction of Phase 2 of 1849 Park started in late October 2024 and includes the construction of baseball fields and support buildings (e.g., concessions, restrooms). Both Phase 1B and Phase 2 are expected to be completed by the late summer 2025.
Staff conducted a competitive sealed proposal bidding process and received six competitive sealed proposals for construction services associated with the 1849 Park Phase 1B project. Based on the results of the evaluation of the proposals, staff is recommending City Council approve a construction contract with Joe Bland Construction in the amount of $2,793,854.00. The proposed construction duration for Phase 1B is anticipated to be approximately 8 months.
Prior City Council Action
On November 12, 2024 City Council approved the professional services agreement with Kleinfelder, Inc., for the 1849 Park Phase 1B and 2 Project in the amount of $606,850.
On February 27, 2024, City Council approved a professional services supplemental agreement with Burditt Consultants, LLC for design services to add lighting, detention, and parking to Phase 1 of the park.
On September 10, 2024, City Council approved the construction contract for G Hyatt Construction to construct 1849 Park Phase 2.
On October 8, 2024, City Council approved the professional services agreement with Terracon Consultants, Inc. for construction materials testing services.
City Council approved a Professional Services Supplemental Agreement #2 for Burditt Consultants, LLC in the amount of $271,663.00 to add design of Parking, Lighting, and Drainage/Detention for the area initially developed under Phase I of the 1849 Park to the Agreement at the February 27, 2024 Council meeting.
City Staff executed Professional Services Supplemental Agreement #1 Burditt Consultants, LLC in the amount of $27,702.00 to add a Drainage Study for 1849 Park Phase 1 to the Agreement on February 23, 2023.
City Council approved a Professional Services Agreement with Burditt Consultants, LLC for the design of 1849 Park Phase 2 in the amount of $1,915,050.00 at the July 27, 2021 Council meeting.
In 2020, City of Pflugerville voters approved Proposition B, the issuance of $42,300,000 bonds to fund parks and recreation projects including 1849 Park Phase 2.
For 1849 Park Phase 1, on June 14, 2016 City Council adopted the 1849 Park Master Plan and approved a professional services supplemental agreement #1 with Schrickel, Rollins, and Associates (SRA) for design and construction of Phase 1 of the park. On October 25, 2016, City Council approved a construction contract for Patin Construction to build Phase 1 of 1849 Park, which was completed in 2017.
Deadline for City Council Action
November 26, 2024
Funding Expected: Revenue __ Expenditure _X_ N/A __
Budgeted Item: Yes _X_ No __ N/A __
Amount: _$2,793,854 __
1295 Form Required? Yes _X_ No __
Legal Review Required: N/A __ Required _X_ Date Completed: __November 14, 2024___
Supporting documents attached:
Joe Bland Construction ARPA Construction Agreement Contract
Recommended Action
Approving a construction contract with Joe Bland Construction in the amount of $2,793,854 for Construction services for 1849 Park Phase 1B associated with the 2020 General Obligation Bond Parks Projects and authorizing the City Manager to execute the same.