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Resolution to Approve a Contract with Renosys Corporation to Install PVC Pool Liners at Buhr and Fuller Pools ($205,055.00)
Memorandum
Attached for your review and action is a resolution to approve a $205,055.00 contract with Renosys Corporation to install PVC pool liners at Buhr and Fuller Pools.
The Parks and Recreation Open Space Plan includes replacement of the pool liners as a priority project for major capital maintenance to maintain the structural integrity of the pools.
The surfacing at Buhr and Fuller pools is in poor condition. It is currently lined with Marcite, a cementitous product that covers the pool shell creating a smooth and waterproof surface. The life of this product is approximately 5-7 years before cracks appear, and the surface becomes rough and chipped. For example, Buhr was last replaced in 2008, so will have lasted 7 seasons.
Instead of replacing the pool liner with the same product, staff and the consultant researched an alternative system, a PVC liner, that has shown to last at least twice as long as the Marcite, have a smoother surface, and won't require the yearly patching required due to harsh winters and wear and tear on the pool. After visiting several pools in SE Michigan, observing the quality of the surface after 15+ years, and speaking with staff at those facilities, the decision was made to switch to a PVC liner.
The pool liner replacement can be completed in the fall so that there will be no disruption to the swimming season.
Initial engineer estimate for replacing the pool liners with Marcite was $218,000.00 versus $300,000.00 for the longer lasting PVC liners. However, bids for the PVC liners came in lower than anticipated.
Two bids were received by the City for this project in response to ITB 4326:
Renosys Corporation $205,055.00*
Natare Corporation $211,965.00
*Lowest responsible bidder.
Staff is recommending awarding a contract to Renosys Corporation in the amount of $205...
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