City of Gonzales
PUBLIC WORKS / CITY ENGINEER DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: November 3, 2025
FROM: Patrick Dobbins, Public Works Director/City Engineer THROUGH: Carmen Gil, City Manager
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2025-76 Awarding the 2025 Sewer Manhole Rehabilitation Contract to Don Chapin Company
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommend that the City Council consider and adopt Resolution No. 2025-76, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales awarding the 2025 Sewer Manhole Rehabilitation Contract to Don Chapin Company, Rejecting Any Other Submitted Bids, and Authorizing and Directing City staff to Execute a Contract with Don Chapin Company in the amount of $125,000 which includes a $10,999 contingency for unforeseen field conditions.
BACKGROUND
The two sewer manholes on Fifth Street, just east of Elko Street, need to be rehabilitated due to the vehicle traffic on Fifth Street. City staff and MNS Engineers prepared the construction documents (plans, technical specifications, and cost estimate) for this contract. The scope of work consists of the rehabilitation of two sewer manholes on Fifth Street, just east of Elko Street, including traffic control and sewer bypass pumping. The contractor will perform the field work while GUSD schools are on their holiday break in late December/early January.
REVIEW & ANALYSIS
This project was issued for public bid on September 22, 2025 and construction documents were provided to the Central Coast Builders Exchange in Salinas and the Santa Clara/San Benito County Builders Exchange for review by interested contractors. On October 23, 2025, City staff received and opened bids from the following contractors:
AGENDA
ITEM
7 BIDDER BID AMOUNT
1 Don Chapin Company $114,001
2 Monterey Peninsula Engineering $124,500
3 Sierra Construction $133,290
City staff reviewed the bids and confirmed that Don Chapin Company submitted the lowest responsive and responsible bid. This contract will be funded with Sewer Enterprise monies. The schedule for the work is:
Staff recommends that the Council authorize a contract with Don Chapin Company for a not-to-exceed amount of $125,000 for the 2025 Sewer Manhole Rehabilitation Contract.
How Recommendation Supports the Vision
Gonzales will continue to be a safe, clean, family-friendly community, diverse in its heritage, and committed to working collaboratively to preserve and retain its small town charm.
Explain: Performing maintenance on City sewer lines and manholes supports our vision of preserving the City’s infrastructure.
Explain how the Recommendation Directly Implements the Mission The City Council and Staff of the City of Gonzales will realize our Vision by providing the leadership, commitment and resources necessary to provide excellent services that enhance the quality of life of our diverse community. X Yes ____ No____ N/A
Explain: Maintaining the City’s sewer lines and manholes enhances the community’s quality of life.
City services will be delivered in a cost-effective, respectful and friendly manner to ensure the safety and well being of the residents and the promotion of business, recreational, housing and employment opportunities in an environmentally sustainable manner. X Yes ____No ____ N/A Explain: See Vision explanation above.
Milestone Date
Award Construction Contract at City Council Meeting 11/03/2025 Construction Contract Executed 11/11/2025
Preconstruction Meeting / Notice to Proceed 11/20/2025
Contractor Mobilization (approx.) 12/29/2025
Construction Complete 1/07/2026
Strong fiscal policies allow us to provide appropriate infrastructure for:
• Public Safety X Yes ____ No ___ N/A
• Housing X Yes ____ No ___ N/A
• Recreation X Yes ____ No ___ N/A
• Environment X Yes ____ No ___ N/A
• Education X Yes ____ No ___ N/A
Explain: See Vision above.
ALTERNATIVES
1. Direct staff to not construct this project
2. Direct staff to re-advertise and re-bid the project
3. Amend or modify staff recommendation.
BUDGET IMPACT
As mentioned, the contract will be funded with Sewer Enterprise funds.
CONCLUSION
Staff recommend that the City Council consider and adopt Resolution No. 2025-76, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales awarding the 2025 Sewer Manhole Rehabilitation Contract to Don Chapin Company, Rejecting Any Other Submitted Bids, and Authorizing and Directing city staff to Execute a Contract with Don Chapin Company in the amount of $125,000 which includes a $10,999 contingency for unforeseen field conditions.
Attachments:
1. Resolution No. 2025-76