Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Lesley Briones
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 260091
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): MB Western Construction Co.
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 24.43%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal is not 0% and is listed above
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of an award on the basis of low bid to MB Western Construction Co. in the amount of $4,014,656 for installation and modification of traffic signal systems and related improvements along Fry Road for Precinct 4, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (260091), MWBE Contracted Goal: 24.43%.
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Background and Discussion:
This project consists of improvements to 5 intersections within the Katy area. The intersections are Westgreen Boulevard at Interstate Highway IH- 10, South Fry Road at Highland Knolls Drive, North Fry Road at Westfield Parkway, North Fry Road at Kieth Harrow Boulevard and North Fry Road at West Little York Road. The work includes constructing and upgrading traffic signals (to be more reliable during the storms), ADA-compliant pedestrian and traffic signal features, 1,000 linear feet of sidewalks and properly sloped driveways. Overall, the project enhances transportation accessibility and safety within the Katy areas.
Expected Impact:
Awarding the contract will allow the recommended bidder to proceed with construction. Project is needed to improve mobility, connectivity and safety for residents and pedestrians in Katy area and enhance pedestrian access withi...
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