(CD 7 and CD 10) Authorize Execution of a Contract with Gra-Tex Utilities, Inc., in the Amount of $14,595,928.00, for Water and Sanitary Sewer Replacement Contract 2021 WSM-F Project, Adopt Appropriation Ordinances to Effect a Portion of Water’s Contribution to the Fiscal Years 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program, and Amend Transportation and Public Works Department’s Fiscal Years 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program

Summary

The City Council is asked to authorize a contract with Gra-Tex Utilities, Inc. for the Water and Sanitary Sewer Replacement Contract 2021 WSM-F Project in the amount of $14,595,928.00. This project involves replacing approximately 14,972 linear feet of cast iron water mains and 5,975 linear feet of deteriorated sanitary sewer mains across various streets and easements in Council Districts 7 and 10. The project also includes storm drain improvements to alleviate flooding near the Caylor Water Storage site and subsequent asphalt pavement rehabilitation. The contract award is recommended because Gra-Tex Utilities, Inc. submitted a responsible and responsive bid and met the City's Small Business Goal. The total project cost includes the contract amount, plus funds for project management, material testing, inspection, and contingencies. The action also includes adopting appropriation ordinances to fund portions of the project from different capital improvement funds and amending the Transportation & Public Works Department's Fiscal Years 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program.

Citizen Impact

This contract will fund the replacement of aging water and sewer lines in Council Districts 7 and 10, aiming to improve infrastructure reliability and address flooding issues. Residents in the affected areas should expect potential disruptions during construction, including road closures and utility work, with subsequent pavement rehabilitation.

Confidence

high