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RESOLUTION NO. xx-25
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT WITH RAPID GRADING SERVICES FOR THE 7TH STREET BIKE LANE IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT
WHEREAS, the 7th Street Bike Lane Improvement Project is situated between Hensley Street and Lincoln Avenue, at the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) grade-separated overpass in the Iron Triangle neighborhood.
WHEREAS, this project includes the extension of bike lanes, installation of signage and striping, sidewalk construction, curb and gutter improvements, driveway modifications, guardrail installations, asphalt concrete work, a 2-inch grind and inlay, base repairs, and the incorporation of bicycle safety features; and
WHEREAS, the introduction of Class IV bike lanes will help reduce vehicle speeds by narrowing travel lanes, while the new sidewalks will prioritize pedestrian movement; and
WHEREAS, the project is funded by the state through the Clean California grant program, which has an expiration date of June 30, 2025.; and
WHEREAS, an invitation for bids was duly advertised on November 21, 2024, which were opened on December 16, 2024; and
WHEREAS, there was a total of nine (9) bid submissions. Below are the bid amounts from the nine (9) bidders; and
Lowest Bidders Contractor Bid ($)
1 Rapid Grading Services LLC 269,000
2 FBD Vanguard Construction, Inc 337,481
3 W.R. Forde Associates, Inc 353,475
4 Maggiora & Ghilotti, Inc 386,800
5 Sposelo Engineering, Inc 397,011
6 Ghilotti Bros.,Inc 429,989
7 Calico California Constructores,Inc 522,317
8 BuildCorp, Inc 573,000
9 Kerex Engineering, Inc 597,350
WHEREAS, it was determined that Rapid Services LLC is the lowest bidder. In addition, said contractor was deemed to be the best fit for the project as it is the most responsive and responsible bidder following a comprehensive review and analysis of the submissions; and
WHEREAS, a Notice of Exemption for California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and a permit to begin construction activities through the BNSF Railway Company has been issued; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Richmond, as follows:
Section 1: The foregoing recitals are true and correct, and this City Council hereby so finds and determines.
Section 2: The City Council hereby authorizes staff to enter into a construction agreement contract with Rapid Services LLC, dba, Rapid Grading Services for the 7th Street Bike Lane Improvement Project in the amount not to exceed $269,000.
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Section 3: The Public Works Director is authorized to approve change orders, if necessary, for a contingency amount of up to $53,800 which is 20% of the bid amount, for a potential total construction phase cost of $322,800.
Section 4: This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage.
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I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution of the City Council of the City of Richmond was duly passed and adopted at a meeting thereof held February ___, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTENTIONS:
ABSENT:
CLERK OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND
(SEAL)
Approved:
Mayor
Approved as to form:
City Attorney