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Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Contract with Jimmy Evans Company for the Texas Avenue Project.
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This segment of Texas Avenue was one of the examples highlighted in the initial 5 year plan, addressing neighborhood connectivity. When completed, this short piece of Texas Avenue will close the gap between Greenhill Drive to the west and Country Aire Drive to the east. This project supports business development and increased mobility, while offering additional relief to the arterial system This project is being constructed as a typical 30' wide two lane roadway. Construction will consist of : asphalt pavement, curb & gutter, concrete sidewalk, concrete driveway construction, pavement markings, signage, storm sewer extension, and grading. The City of Round Rock Transportation Department held a public bid opening on February 28th, 2018 at 2:00 pm in the Transportation office. Eight (8) sealed bids were received from contractors and read aloud. Bid results were as follows:
Jimmy Evans $579,009.20
Whitestone Civil Const. $621,420.00
CHASCO $658,865.00
MA Smith Contracting $674,495.75
Cox Commercial Const. $712,351.50
Jordan Foster Const. $780,327.00
Aaron Concrete $906,305.70
Patin Const, LLC $944,244.40
Project engineers estimate $711,487.51
After review of the bids, the Transportation Department recommends awarding the contract to the Jimmy Evans Company in the amount of $579,009.20.
Cost: $579,009.20
Source of Funds: RR Transportation and Economic Development Corporation