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Resolution to Award a Construction Contract to Douglas N. Higgins, Inc. ($492,494.95; Bid No. ITB-3999) for the Glendaloch Cir./Loyola Dr./Colgate Cir./Elmcrest Dr./Anderson Ave./Clair Cir./Hiawatha Pl. (GLEACH) Water Main Replacement Project
Memorandum
Attached for your review and approval is a resolution to award a construction contract to Douglas N. Higgins, Inc. in the amount of $492,494.95 for the Glendaloch Cir./Loyola Dr./Colgate Cir./Elmcrest Dr./Anderson Ave./Clair Cir./Hiawatha Pl. (GLEACH) Water Main Replacement Project.
The construction contract titled “Glendaloch Cir./Loyola Dr./Colgate Cir./Elmcrest Dr./Anderson Ave./Clair Cir./Hiawatha Pl. (GLEACH) Water Main Replacement Project” includes the installation of new 8” water mains at seven different locations in the City. The seven locations are combined in one construction contract for efficiency and cost savings.
The Glendaloch Circle water main includes the installation of approximately 740 feet of new 8” ductile iron water main to replace the existing 6” water main that serves the houses on Glendaloch Circle. Glendaloch Circle has a history of water main breaks that have disrupted service. This work will provide a more reliable water service for the neighborhood, and conform to City of Ann Arbor water main and fire protection standards by upsizing the pipe. Glendaloch Circle is scheduled to be resurfaced by the city resurfacing project this year, following the water main work.
The Loyola Drive and Colgate Circle water main includes the installation of approximately 980 feet of new 8” ductile iron water main to replace the existing 4” and 6” mains that serve the houses on Loyola Drive and Colgate Circle. This work will upgrade the neighborhood service to City of Ann Arbor water main and fire protection standards by upsizing the pipe and adding three new fire hydrants. Adjacent sidewalk ramps will be replaced to comply with ADA requirements.
The Elmcrest Drive water main includes the...
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