DEPARTMENT: Transportation and Capital Improvements
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Mike Frisbie
COUNCIL DISTRICTS IMPACTED: Council District 1
SUBJECT:
Contract Award: (Job-Order Contract) Mario Farias Park District 1 Park Improvements
SUMMARY:
An ordinance authorizing the execution of a task order to a Job Order Contract for construction improvements to Mario Farias Park, in an amount not to exceed $118,200.52, payable to Alpha Building Corporation, a 2012-2017 Bond-funded program located in Council District 1.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Project Background
On May 12, 2012, San Antonio voters approved the 2012-2017 Bond Program, consisting of five propositions totaling $596 Million. The Bond Program funds will be used on various capital improvements projects to address community infrastructure needs and improve the overall quality of life in San Antonio. As part of the program, Proposition 3 included Parks, Recreation and Open Space Improvements that would construct, equip and renovate various parks, recreational and open spaces throughout the City.
The renovation of Mario Farias Park will include new benches, sidewalk, small pavilion, swing set, trash receptacles and a super-span shade structure over an existing basketball court. Project construction is anticipated to begin in December 2014 and is anticipated to be completed by June 2015.
Coordination with the Parks and Recreation Department will be made to ensure accommodations are made to keep the facility accessible to patrons and citizens during construction.
Procurement of Services
The Project was selected to utilize the Job Order Contracting (JOC), an alternative Project delivery method through which ten contractors were approved through Ordinance 2011-01-20-0053 by City Council on January 20, 2011. The use of the JOC delivery method has provided the City with on-call construction, renovation and maintenance services for City buildings and facilities. Assignment of JOC con...
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