This contract will provide for construction services on an as-needed (task order) basis for the construction of traffic signal improvements such as the installation of conduit, traffic signal pole foundations, traffic signal poles and mast arms, ground boxes, signal equipment and curb ramps. The contract amount is capped at $500,000.00, but may be increased or decreased due to the amount of work ordered through change orders. The project was bid in a low bid format to determine unit prices to be paid when task orders are issued.
Notice of bids was published in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram on June 29, 2017 and July 6, 2017. On July 20, 2017, one company submitted a bid as follows:
CONTRACTORS BID - Durable Specialties, Inc. $3,190,000.00
Durable Specialties, Inc., has been determined to be a responsive bidder and the unit prices in the bid were compared to recent, similar projects. Staff feels the unit prices submitted by Durable Specialties, Inc., are fair and competitive.
Durable Specialties, Inc., is in compliance with the City's BDE Ordinance by committing to 11 percent MBE participation. The City's MBE goal on this project is 10 percent. |