Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Paige McInnis
Secondary Department: County Engineer
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Milton Rahman
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 240398
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): G.A.M. Construction Inc
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 19.04%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable):
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal is not 0% and is listed above
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable):
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to G.A.M. Construction Inc in the amount of $902,044 for office building renovations at 1310 Prairie for the Office of the County Engineer, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (240398), MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.04%.
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Background and Discussion:
The 1310 Prairie Renovations include asbestos testing, proper disposal of asbestos containing material and the renovation of the 9th and 12th floors of the 1310 Prairie location. The project includes the renovation of approximately 4,790 SF of interior space on the 9th floor and approximately 8,712 SF of interior space on the 12th floor to include life safety fire code compliance, interior demolition, millwork, finishes, lighting, reconfiguring of the mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, and signage.
Expected Impact:
Construction renovation of the 9th and 12th floors of the 1310 Prairie Building would allow for more space to accommodate the expected personnel in the Public Defender's Office.
Alternative Options:
Award a higher bidder which would increase cost and possibly prolong the start of the renovation.
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