Title
Discuss and consider action to approve a construction contract with McKee Utility Contractors, LLC in the amount of $21,343,000 associated with the Wilbarger Wastewater Interceptor project, and authorize the City Manager to execute the same.
Summary
This agenda item requests approval to award a construction contract with McKee Utility Contractors LLC in the amount of $21,343,000.00 associated with the Wilbarger Wastewater Interceptor project. This item supports the Infrastructure pillar of the Strategic Plan.
The Wilbarger Wastewater Interceptor project includes the includes the installation of approximately 3,072 linear feet of 48-inch pipeline, 9,427 linear feet of 54-inch pipeline, various lengths of 18-inch to 36-inch wastewater pipeline installation, and steel reinforced polymer concrete manholes and a reinforced concrete diversion structure with instrumentation and controls. The project includes open cut and trenchless installation in the City of Pflugerville City Limits and Travis County Jurisdiction.
Advertisement for the project on the basis of most responsible proposer who provides the best value to the City of Pflugerville began on September 4, 2024. The City received and opened proposals on October 16, 2024. Five (5) bids were received for the Project. McKee Utility Contractors, LLC is the recommended contractor who provides the best value to the City. The design engineer has performed a reference check and staff concurs with this recommendation. The advertisement and bid procedures meet the funding requirements to ensure the City will benefit financial opportunities offered by the Texas Water Development Board.
The proposed construction duration is anticipated to be 711 days.
Prior City Council Action
On November 10, 2020, City Council approved a professional services agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. in the amount of $858,059.35 for preliminary engineering services, easements, and easement acquisition services associated with the Wilbarger Wastewater Interceptor project.
On June 25, 2021, City Council approved a professional services supplemental agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. in the amount of $1,130,833.20 for design and bid phase services associated with the Wilbarger Wastewater Interceptor project.
On February 23, 2024, City Council approved a professional services supplemental agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. in the amount of $454,282.50 for construction phase services associated with the Wilbarger Wastewater Interceptor project.
Deadline for City Council Action
November 12, 2024
Funding Expected: Revenue _X_ Expenditure __ N/A __
Budgeted Item: Yes _X_ No __ N/A __
Amount: $21,343,000
1295 Form Required? Yes _X_ No __
Legal Review Required: N/A __ Required _X_ Date Completed: November 4, 2024
Supporting documents attached:
Construction Contract
Recommendation Letter - McKee
Recommended Action
Approve a construction contract with McKee Utility Contractors LLC in the amount of $21,343,000 associated with the Wilbarger Wastewater Interceptor project, and authorize the City Manager to execute the same.