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Resolution to Approve a Construction Contract with E.T. MacKenzie Company for the North University and Thayer Improvements Project (RFP 26-11; $6,760,000.00) and to Appropriate $7,673,000.00 in Contributing Funds and to Approve Cost Allocation Agreements (8 Votes Required)
Memorandum
Please refer to the enclosed resolution to approve a construction contract between the City of Ann Arbor and E.T. MacKenzie Company in the amount of $6,760,000.00 for the North University and Thayer Improvements (RFP 26-11).
The project is located on North University Avenue between State Street and Fletcher Street, and Thayer Street between North University Avenue and East Washington Street. The project scope includes the following elements:
* Replacement of water main and related appurtenances and water main consolidation with the University of Michigan.
* Stormwater system improvements.
* Sanitary main installation.
* Road resurfacing.
* Curb and gutter replacements.
* Sidewalk and ramp upgrades.
* Separated bike lanes.
* Addition of a dedicated eastbound transit-only lane.
The City has partnered with the University of Michigan to consolidate existing water mains owned by the City and University, and to provide an exclusive eastbound transit lane between State Street and Fletcher Street. The City is also partnering with the Ann Arbor Area Downtown Development Authority (DDA) to replace an aging irrigation pit used to water planter boxes on the north side of North University between State Street and Thayer Street. The University of Michigan and DDA are contributing funds for their designated assets.
The construction of the project is scheduled in four phases:
* Phase 1: May 4, 2026, to July 10, 2026. Work will focus on water main and sanitary main improvements.
* Project pause for Art Fair: July 11, 2026 - July 19, 2026. No work. The contractor will be required to remove all equipment and materials from the job site for the 2026 Art Fair.
* Phase 2: July 20, 2026,...
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