Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Construction Contract and All Necessary Change Orders with Ratcliff Constructors, LP of Addison, Texas for Construction of the Gabe Nesbitt Park Softball Expansion Project (PK 1806)
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in McKinney
(5.1: Create affordable recreational and cultural arts activities for all ages throughout the city)
(5.2: Promote reinvestment activities and ordinance changes in Historic Downtown McKinney that balance the preservation of historic character with current market needs)
(5.3: Develop sustainable quality of life improvements within the City of McKinney)
(5.4: Promote environmental stewardship initiatives)
(5.5: Enhance connectivity to parks & civic facilities, schools/education centers, libraries, health care providers, commercial corridors, etc.)
MEETING DATE: October 21, 2025
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
CONTACT: Amy Kinkade, Director of Parks and Recreation
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
• Approval of the Resolution
ITEM SUMMARY:
• This Resolution authorizes the City Manager to execute a contract and all necessary change orders with Ratcliff Constructors, LP of Addison, Texas for the construction of the Gabe Nesbitt Park Softball Expansion (PK 1806) for a total contract amount not to exceed $17,800,000.00.
• City staff worked with Studio Outside, LLC on preparing the construction plans and specifications as needed for project bidding.
• Staff, along with Studio Outside, LLC support, recommends awarding the construction bid to Ratcliff Constructors, LP in an amount of $16,934,859.19 along with a $865,140.81 contingency for a total not to exceed amount of $17,800,000.00.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• The proposed project will include constructing four artificial turf softball fields, an entry plaza, concession and restroom buildings, a pavilion, additional parking, and trail connections.
• The City issued a Request for Competitive Sealed Proposals (25-13CSP) to solicit responses from qualified contractors for the Construction of the Gabe Nesbitt Park Softball Expansion.
o Advertised in the McKinney Courier Gazette and Celina Record
o Posted on McKinney TV
o 494 matching Supplier Notifications
• Out of 494 supplier notifications, four (4) proposals were received and opened by Procurement Services on September 18th, 2025.
• An evaluation committee comprised of city staff reviewed and ranked the respondents based on the following criteria
o Proposal Price - 50 points
o Offeror’s Narrative Approach - 30 points
o Contractor and Subcontractor Qualifications - 20 points
• The evaluation committee recommends awarding a contract to the highest ranked respondent, Ratcliff Constructors, LP.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• This project (PK1806) is a FY25-26 Capital Improvements Program funded by MCDC, parkland dedication, and bond monies.
• Upon approval of this item, $1,651,418.09 will remain in PK1806.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
• On October 9, 2025, the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Advisory Board recommended to City Council the award of the construction contract.