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CITY OF GLENDALE, CALIFORNIA
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM
Report: Award Construction Contract for the Babe Herman Restroom Renovation Project
1. Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a construction contract with Williamson Construction Co. Inc., for the Babe Herman Restroom Renovation Project, Specification No. 3978, in the amount of $275,000, plus a 10% contingency of $27,500, for a total amount not to exceed $302,500.
COUNCIL ACTION
Item Type: Consent Calendar
Approved for June 24, 2025 calendar
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Following a formal competitive bidding process, the contractor Williamson Construction Co. Inc., was the lowest bidder for the Babe Herman Restroom Renovation Project. The project aims to improve accessibility and enhance the overall user experience at the Babe Herman Little League Field. The project will ensure that the restrooms comply with Title 24 regulations and American with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility standards, making them more inclusive and user-friendly for individuals with disabilities. The cost of the proposed construction contract is $275,000 and a 10% reserve for contingencies of $27,500 is proposed.
RECOMMENDATION
Pass a motion authorizing a construction contract with Williamson Construction Co. Inc., for the Babe Herman Restroom Renovation Project, in the amount of $275,000, plus a 10% contingency of $27,500, for a total amount not to exceed $302,500.
ANALYSIS
The Babe Herman Little League Field was built in 1953 across the street from Verdugo Park on Cañada Boulevard, on City property, with funding and labor supplied by the Little League. In 1986, the Verdugo Little League Field was renamed for Floyd (Babe) Herman, who played high school baseball at Glendale Union High before embarking on a long professional baseball career beginning in 1921 that included multiple stints with the Dodgers. The objectives of the Babe Herman Restroom Renovation Project are to reconfigure and remodel the site to improve accessibility and renew interior and exterior finishes.
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Project Scope
•Replacement of concrete floor for the plumbing reconfiguration; • Installation of new toilet stalls with accessibility-compliant partitions and grab bars; • Installation of updating lighting to meet current standards; • Replacement of restroom fixtures with new stainless-steel fixtures; • Installation of new isolation valves for the plumbing system; • Installation of a new drinking fountain and dog fountain outside the building; • Installation of new ceramic tile on the floors and walls; • Refurbishment of and new paint for the entry doors and building; and • Installation of an accessible parking space, ramp, and walkway outside the building.
On July 3, 2023, the City entered into a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with Infrastructure Architects Inc. to prepare design and construction documents and provide construction administration services for the project.
On March 11, 2025, the City Council adopted the specifications and directed the City Clerk to advertise for bids.
On April 9, 2025, the Public Works Department hosted a mandatory job walk, which fourteen contractors attended.
On April 30, 2025, the City received ten bids as follows:
1. Williamson Construction, Inc. $275,000
2. Developers General Contracting, Inc. $309,395
3. ARC Construction, Inc. $332,157
4. Grew Builders, Inc. $349,000
5. Estate Design and Construction $378,900
6. Modern General Contractor, Inc. $413,000
7. MODAA Inc. $417,663
8. Crosby Plumbing, Inc. $449,000
9. Urban Professional Builders, Inc. $484,000
10.Dorado Design and Construction, Inc. $598,420
After an extensive review, Public Works staff found that Williamson Construction Co. Inc., has submitted a responsive bid and is deemed a responsible bidder. The proposed contract with Williamson Construction Co. Inc., amounts to $275,000, with a 10% contract contingency of $27,500, for a total amount not to exceed $302,500. This contingency is requested for unforeseen plumbing issues, since the restrooms share a common wall with Fire Station 24.
Williamson Construction Co., Inc., has a current State of California General-B Contractors License that is active and in good standing.
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The Babe Herman Restroom Renovation Project is expected to take three months to complete.
STAKEHOLDERS/OUTREACH
All work will be coordinated with associated departments to minimize impacts to operations, staff, and the public.
FISCAL IMPACT
The Babe Herman Restroom Renovation Project’s construction will cost $275,000, plus a 10% contingency of $27,500, for a not-to-exceed total of $302,500, which was included as a part of the FY 2024-25 adopted budget. The existing appropriation is outlined below:
Existing Appropriation
Amount Account String Funding Source
$302,500 GL: 51200-4130-CSP-0020-P0000
PL: CSP00703AG
Measure A Fund
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW (CEQA/NEPA)
This project is Categorically Exempt under the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as a Class 1, Section 15301.
CAMPAIGN DISCLOSURE
This item is exempt from campaign disclosure requirements.
ALTERNATIVES TO STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Alternative 1: Do not award the contact which may require all or a portion of these structures to be cordoned off to protect persons and property.
Alternative 2: Consider any other alternative not proposed by staff.
ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION
Submitted by:
Daniel Hernandez, Director of Public Works
Prepared by:
Arthur Asaturyan, Senior Project Manager
Approved by:
Roubik R. Golanian, P.E., City Manager
EXHIBITS/ATTACHMENTS
None.