Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract and All Necessary Change Orders with J.C. Commercial, Inc of Lewisville, Texas, for the Construction of the Mary Will Craig Improvement Project (PK1831-Park Updates)
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)
MEETING DATE: December 21, 2021
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
CONTACT: Michael Kowski, Director of Parks and Recreation
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
• Approval of the Resolution.
ITEM SUMMARY:
• This Resolution authorizes the City Manager to execute a contract and all necessary change orders with J.C. Commercial, Inc. of Lewisville, Texas for the construction of the Mary Will Craig Improvement Project (PK1831- Park Updates) for a total contract amount not to exceed $2,698,064.42.
• City staff worked with Dunaway and Associates, Inc. on preparing the construction plans and specifications as needed for project bidding.
• Staff, along with Dunaway and Associates, Inc. support and recommend awarding the construction bid to J.C. Commercial, Inc. in an amount of $2,573,064.42 along with a $125,000 contingency for a total not to exceed amount of $2,698,064.42. (Includes base bid + add alternate 1 and 2 + contingency).
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• The Mary Will Craig Park improvements will include a new expanded playground and skate spot area with a centralized basketball court, updated baseball diamond, additional track and trail loop, entry signage, improved flat work, new landscaping, new pavilion, and site furnishings.
• The project was bid with 2 possible add alternates.
o Alternate 1: Shade Structures
o Alternate 2: Portalet Enclosure
• The City issued Invitation to Bid 22-08CC, Construction of Mary Will Craig Park on November 21, 2021.
o Advertised in McKinney Courier Gazette
o Posted on McKinney TV
o 1083 matching eBid Supplier Notifications
o 44 Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Vendors were notified.
• In response to all notices published, three (3) bids were received on December 9, 2021, from:
o J.C. Commercial, Inc
o North Rock Construction LLC
o Northridge Construction Group
• Upon approval, construction should begin in January 2022 with a 273-day contract schedule.
• J.C. commercial is currently working on the Finch Park Phase 5 improvement project.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• The Mary Will Craig Improvement Project (PK1831) is a FY21-22 Capital Improvements Program funded by MCDC funds, parkland dedication monies and bond monies.
• Upon approval of this item as well as two other items on this agenda that are utilizing funds from PK1831-Park Updates, $6,007,607.03 will remain the project.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
• On December 9th, 2021, the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Advisory Board recommended to City Council the award of the construction contract.