06/11/2013 Resolutions 2013-176 RESOLUTION 2013-176
WHEREAS,the Nebraska Department of Roads invited sealed bids on behalf of the
City of Grand Island for the construction of the US-30 Drainage Improvement Project No.URB-30-
4(158),according to plans and specifications on file with the City Engineer/Public Works Director;
and
WHEREAS, on May 23, 2013 bids were received, opened, and reviewed; and
WHEREAS,Van Kirk Sand and Gravel,Inc.of Sutton,Nebraska submitted a bid in
accordance with the terms of the advertisement of bids and plans and specifications and all other
statutory requirements contained therein, such bid being in the amount of$1,266,133.70; and
WHEREAS,Van Kirk Sand and Gravel,Inc.'s bid was above the engineer's estimate
for the project, however it is believed to be fair and reasonable, as the two (2)bids received on the
project are within 1.4% of each other: and
WHEREAS,if for any reason the Federal Highway Administration rescinds,limits its
obligations,or defers payment of the Federal share of the cost of this project,the City hereby agrees
to provide the necessary funds to pay for all costs incurred until and in the event such Federal Funds
are allowed and paid; and
WHEREAS,the City Council hereby concurs in the selection of the above mentioned
contractor for the project work listed, to whom the contract should be awarded.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND,NEBRASKA,that the bid of Van Kirk Sand and Gravel,Inc. of
Sutton, Nebraska in the amount of $1,266,133.70 for the construction of the US-30 Drainage
Improvement Project No. URB-3-4(158) is hereby approved as the lowest responsible bid.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to
execute a contract with such contractor for such project on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island Nebraska, June : 1, 2013.
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.y ,avric°k, Mayor
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Approved as to Form ❑ -
June 10,2013 a City orney