CITY OF SEBASTOPOL
RESOLUTION NO. 6789-2026
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEBASTOPOL AWARDING THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
FOR MORRIS ST PUMP STATION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT TO VALENTINE CORPORATION FOR A TOTAL CONTRACT AWARD OF $321,369 AND AUTHORIZING A 10% CONTINGENCY
CITY CONTRACT 2026-02
WHEREAS, the Morris Street Sewer Pump Station Wet Well Repairs Project ("Project") generally consists of temporary bypass pumping, dewatering, cleaning, repair and rehabilitation of the existing wet well structure, application of protective repair materials, restoration of affected facilities, and associated work necessary to maintain continuous wastewater service during construction; and WHEREAS, the Project was approved as part of the adopted Capital Improvement Program; and WHEREAS, the Morris Street Sewer Pump Station is a critical component of the City's wastewater collection system and requires rehabilitation to address deterioration and preserve the long-term functionality of the facility; and
WHEREAS, a notice inviting bids was issued and duly advertised in accordance with the California Public Contract Code; and
WHEREAS, One (1) bids were received and publicly opened on June 24, 2026; and WHEREAS, Valentine Corporation submitted the lowest responsive and responsible bid in the amount of $321,369 and
WHEREAS, staff recommends inclusion of a 10% construction contingency to address unforeseen conditions that may be encountered during rehabilitation of the existing wet well facility.
WHEREAS, the lowest responsive and responsible bid exceeds the Engineer's Estimate and the currently adopted Capital Improvement Program budget for the Project; and WHEREAS, staff has reviewed the bid results and determined that the bid reflects current market conditions, including increased equipment, fuel, labor, and material costs, as well as the specialized requirements associated with wastewater facility rehabilitation and temporary bypass pumping; and WHEREAS, the Morris Street Sewer Pump Station conveys all wastewater generated within the City to the regional treatment system and is critical to maintaining reliable wastewater service and regulatory compliance; and WHEREAS, sufficient funds are available within the Wastewater Enterprise Fund to increase the Project budget and complete the necessary repairs; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Sebastopol hereby accepts the bid for the Morris Street Sewer Pump Station Wet Well Repairs Project and awards the construction contract to Valentine Corporation in the amount of $321,369 and authorizes the City Manager to execute the contract upon receipt of the requisite bonds and insurance documents.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council authorizes a construction contingency of up to twenty percent (10%) of the total contract award, if needed, for unforeseen field conditions, hidden deterioration, quantity adjustments, and other conditions associated with the Project.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council approves an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Capital Improvement budget for the Morris Street Sewer Pump Station Wet Well Repairs Project, increasing the project budget from $300,000 to $400,000 and appropriating an additional $100,000 from the Wastewater Enterprise Fund to fund the Project.
Docusign Envelope ID: FC6B0038-ADC9-8650-812C-AE565C59FC89 The above and foregoing Resolution was duly passed, approved, and adopted at a meeting by the City Council on the 21st day of July 2026.
I, the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the City of Sebastopol City Council by the following vote:
VOTE:
Ayes: Councilmembers Carter, Hinton, Zollman, Vice Mayor Maurer and Mayor McLewis Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
APPROVED: _______________________________________
Mayor Jill McLewis
ATTEST: __________________________________________________ Mary Gourley, City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:___________________________________________ Alex Mog, City Attorney
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Engineering Division
714 Johnson Street
Sebastopol, CA 95472
Phone: (707) 823-2151
Website: www.ci.sebastopol.ca.us
Email: [email protected]
July 22, 2026
Robert Valentine
President
111 Pelican Way
San Rafael, CA 94901
Re: City of Sebastopol Contract No. 2026-02 Morris Street Sewer Pump Station Wet Well Repairs Project
Dear Mr. Valentine:
The Sebastopol City Council approved the award of this contract to your company, Valentine Corp., of San Rafael, California, in the amount of $321,369.00 on July 21, 2026.
Enclosed you will find three sets of contract documents for signatures. Please sign and return all three of these sets to our office along with the following:
• Contractor's insurance certificates and endorsements
• 100% Performance Bond and 50% Payment Bond
Once all of the documents listed above are received and approved, the City Manager will sign the contract and we will schedule a pre-construction meeting. One fully executed set of contract documents will be returned to you.
If you have any questions about the insurance or bonding requirements, please email [email protected] or call Elissa Overton, Engineering Technician II, at 707-823-2151.
Sincerely,
Oriana Hart
Public Works Director
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