STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Quality of Life, Arts & Culture
AGENDA DATE: June 14, 2023
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): 5
DEPARTMENT: Park & Recreation Department
EXECUTIVE: John D. Jenkins
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a construction services contract for the Crawford Memorial Artwork Installation Phase 1A Project located at 8700 Elam Road - A S Con. Inc., lowest responsible bidder of four - Not to exceed $205,325.00 - Financing: Park and Recreation Facilities (B) Fund (2017 General Obligation Bond Funds)
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BACKGROUND
On February 10, 2022, the Park and Recreation Board approved an art contract with Brad J. Goldberg to design, fabricate and install the public art at Crawford Memorial Park in an amount of not exceeding $590,367.00.
On March 10, 2023, four bids were received for the construction of the Crawford Memorial Artwork Installation Phase 1A Project located at 8700 Elam Road. This action authorizes the award a construction services contract to A S Con. Inc., lowest responsible bidder of four, a total bid amount of $205,325.00.
The scope of the project is construction of the foundation slab for the artwork by the Park and Recreation Department; the artwork fabrication and installation will be done by the artist, Brad J. Goldberg. This public gathering space will provide a location for community gatherings and other community programming. The project will consist of two large group tables made of cream granite with fixed seating that is compliant with the Americans with Disability Act, a three-section seating area made of granite, and a performance area.
ESTIMATED SCHEDULE OF PROJECT
Began Design April 2022
Design Completed December 2022
Begin Construction June 2023
Complete Construction October 2023
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
On June 22, 2007, the Park and Recreation Board approved $454,000.00 for the Crawford Park Public Art Project from the 2006 Bond Fund.
On June 22, 2017, the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission approved planning for Crawford Memorial Park Public Art.
On March 22, 2018, the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission approved initiation of the artist’s design by Brad J. Goldberg for Crawford Memorial Park Public Art.
On June 7, 2018, the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission approved $300,000.00 for Crawford Memorial Park.
On February 10, 2022, the Park and Recreation Board approved an Artwork Installation contract with Brad J. Goldberg for Crawford Memorial Park.
On June 1, 2023, the Park and Recreation Board will consider authorizing Authorize a construction services contract with A. S. Con, Inc. for the Crawford Memorial Artwork Installation Phase 1A Project.
FISCAL INFORMATION
|
Fund |
FY 2023 |
FY 2024 |
Future Years |
|
Park and Recreation Facilities (B) Fund (2017 General Obligation Funds) |
$205,325.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |
M/WBE INFORMATION
In accordance with the City’s Business Inclusion and Development Policy adopted on September 23, 2020, by Resolution No. 20-1430, as amended, the M/WBE participation on this contract is as follows:
|
Contract Amount |
Procurement Category |
M/WBE Goal |
|
$205,235.00 |
Construction |
32.00% |
|
M/WBE Subcontracting % |
M/WBE Overall % |
M/WBE Overall Participation $ |
|
68.91%0.00% |
68.91%0.00% |
$141,491.00$0.00 |
|
• This contract exceeds does not meet the M/WBE goal. |
|
• A S Con., Inc. - Local; Workforce - 100.00% Local |
PROCUREMENT INFORMATION
The following four bids were received and opened on March 10, 2023:
*Denotes successful bidder
Bidders Bid Amount
*A S Con., Inc. $205,325.00
15724 Golden Creek Road
Dallas, TX 75248
Alpha & Omega Professional Services Group $244,662.00
Basave Construction $287,857.00
Big Tex Pools and Outdoor Living $281,678.00
OWNER
A S Con., Inc.
Ali Safdarinia, President
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