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Consider awarding a contract to Leitner Construction Co., Inc. for installation and construction of streetscape improvements on portions of Caldwell Street and East White Street for the amount of $209,761.15.
Strategic Goal: Strengthening and enhancing the neighborhoods and business centers of Old Town, the City's urban core.
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Bids were opened at 2:00 pm Friday, January 15, 2010 for the above project. This project will install streetscape improvements including sidewalks, pavers, curb and gutter, lighting, and landscaping on portions of Caldwell Street and East White Street.
Based on the complete bid documentation submitted by the contractors and the enclosed bid tabulation, Leitner Construction Co., Inc. has been determined to be the lowest responsible, responsive bidder with a total base bid of $209,761.15.
Leitner Construction Co., Inc. has worked for the City of Rock Hill on many occasions including work on the following projects: Manchester Meadows Soccer Complex, Glencairn Garden (multiple phases), and Black Street Parking Deck.
If awarded the project, Leitner Construction Co., Inc. anticipates that twenty-five (25) jobs (primary contractor and subcontractors) will be retained through this project. Leitner anticipates that no new jobs will be created with this project.
This project meets the strategic goal of strengthening and enhancing the neighborhoods and business centers of Old Town, the City's urban core.
Staff recommends that City Council award the project to Leitner Construction Co., Inc. for the low bid of $209,761.15.