STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Mobility Solutions, Infrastructure, and Sustainability
AGENDA DATE: January 12, 2022
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): All
DEPARTMENT: Department of Public Works
EXECUTIVE: Majed Al-Ghafry
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SUBJECT
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Authorize an increase to the twenty-four-month construction services contract for sidewalk and barrier free ramp installation paving services with Vescorp Construction, LLC dba Chavez Concrete Cutting to extend the contract for an additional twelve months from the original period August 24, 2020 to August 24, 2022, now to extend to August 24, 2023 - Not to exceed $1,364,149.25, from $5,456,597.00 to $6,820,746.25 - Financing: Street and Transportation Improvements Fund (2006 and 2012 General Obligation Bond Fund)
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BACKGROUND
On June 24, 2020, City Council authorized a twenty-four-month contract for the 2020 Sidewalk and Barrier Free Ramp Improvements that includes water and wastewater adjustments at Various Locations Contract by Resolution No. 20-0974.
This action will authorize an increase to extend the existing twenty-four-month contract with Vescorp Construction, LLC dba Chavez Concrete Cutting for an additional twelve months, which will now end on August 24, 2023, to continue providing sidewalk and barrier free ramp installation paving services for the Sidewalk Program. The extension is granted due to the contractor's outstanding performance and the agreement to continue using the original contract bid rates.
The installation of sidewalks and barrier free ramps throughout the city is required to ensure the City of Dallas' compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Title II of the ADA specifically applies to state and local governments and stipulates that no qualified individual with a disability shall, by such disability be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs or activities of a public entity, or be subject to di...
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