Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Recommendation to City Council for a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract with North Rock Construction, LLC of Denton, Texas, for the Construction of the Finch Park Improvement Project
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in McKinney
(5A: Create affordable recreational and cultural arts activities for all ages throughout the city)
(5B: Develop Parks strategy to preserve green space for future park land)
(5C: Continue to market and highlight McKinney as a unique destination for residents and visitors alike)
(5E: Develop sustainable quality of life improvements within the City of McKinney)
(5F: Maximize partnerships between the City of McKinney and private industry)
MEETING DATE: December 12, 2019
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
CONTACT: Michael Kowski, Director of Parks and Recreation
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
• Approve the recommendation to City Council.
ITEM SUMMARY:
• The Finch Park Improvement project includes Parking Improvements, New Pavilions, Hike and Bike Trail, Sport Court Improvements, and Pedestrian Bridge Connections.
• City staff worked with JBI Partners Inc., a landscape architecture firm, on preparing the construction plans and specifications as needed for project bidding.
• The project included a base bid and 2 add alternate:
o Alternate 1: Provide, construct and install the park pavilion, picnic tables, concrete pad and the connecting sidewalks to the pavilion.
o Alternate 2: Provide and install the proposed rip - rap along the creek as shown and detailed on the plans.
• Staff recommends awarding the construction bid to North Rock Construction, LLC in an amount of $1,799,808.36 (includes base bid + 2 alternates).
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• North Rock Construction has completed projects for the City of McKinney in the past, including Dr. M.H. Park, W.C.T, and C.T.
• If approved, construction should begin in January 2020 with a 250 day contract schedule.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• The Finch Park Improvement Project (PK1211) is a FY19-20 Capital Improvements Program funded by MCDC funds and Parkland Dedication Funds Zone 4.