ALACHUA COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
April 22, 2008 Regular BoCC Meeting
Agenda Item #16


Title
Oelrich Construction, Inc.: Bid #08-365 Park Restrooms and an Interpretive Shelter. (Amended)

Amount
$489,712.00

Description
Request approval of the Finance Report to approve and award Bid #08-365; Park Restrooms and an Interpretive Shelter.

Recommendation
Approve the award of Bid #08-365; Park Restrooms and an Interpretive Shelter, to Oelrich Construction, in the amount of $489,712.00, as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting specifications and authorize staff to negotiate a contract.

Alternative(s)
That the Board reject the award of Bid #08-365; Park Restrooms and an Interpretive Shelter.

Requested By
Richard Hedrick

Originating Department
Public Work/Purchasing

Attachment(s) Description
Finance Report

Documents Requiring Action
Finance Report

Executive Summary
The recommendation of the Public Works Department is to approve the award of Bid #08-365; Park Restrooms and an Interpretive Shelter, to Oelrich Construction, in the amount of $489,712.00, as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting specifications and authorize staff to negotiate a contract. A copy to be included in the Board’s minutes.

Background
Bid #08-365; Park Restrooms and an Interpretive Shelter was advertised February 6, 2008 and February 13, 2008. Eight (8) vendors responded to Bid #08-365; Park Restrooms and an Interpretive Shelter. The parks included are Copeland Park, Owens-Illinois park and San Felasco Park.

Issues
Rejecting this Bid will inhibit the Department’s ability to serve Alachua County Residents.

Fiscal Recommendation
Sufficient funds exist to cover the purchase order.

Fiscal Alternative(s)
n/a

Funding Sources
043-4100-572.62-10, 318-4102-572.62-10, 318-4107-572.62-10

Account Code(s)
Boating Improvement Program, Parks & recreation Captial


Attachment:  08 365 FR.pdf