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Resolution to Approve a Contract with Brock Associates, Inc. to Replace the Wooden Picnic Shelter at Gallup Park ($102,500.00)
Memorandum
Attached for your review and action is a resolution to approve a $102,500.00 contract with Brock Associates, Inc. to replace the wooden picnic shelter at Gallup Park and make related site improvements.
Gallup Park currently has two picnic shelters. The replacement is for the older wooden shelter, which was constructed over 40 years ago and is in poor condition. The new shelter will accommodate approximately the same amount of people and is of similar size (35' by 51').The contract will include other minor improvements to the site, including removal of an old asphalt pathway, a porta john screen no longer in use, and replacement of the concrete pad upon which the shelter will sit. This will decrease the amount of impervious surface currently at the location by approximately 3,500 square feet.
The shelters at Gallup Park are rented continuously throughout the spring, summer and fall. It is the most popular location in the Ann Arbor park system for picnics, community gatherings and other outdoor events. The replacement of this shelter is identified in the Capital Improvements Plan, and renovations and replacements to picnic shelters are called out in the Parks and Recreation Open Space Plan.
This project is generously funded by a donation from Irene Fast, Ann Arbor resident, who has enjoyed Gallup Park for many years. This donation will provide a much desired improvement that will enhance visitor experience.
Seven bids were received by the City for this project:
Brock Associates, Inc. $102,500.00
Michigan Recreation, Inc. $106,393.00
Construction Solutions, Inc. $134,600.00
DTS Contracting $138,367.00
TJM Services $141,120.00
Howell Construction Services $152,300.00
Elgin $159,000.00
*Lowest responsible bidder.
Staff recommends awarding a contract to Brock Associates, Inc. in the amount ...
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