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Consider a resolution determining that "Competitive Sealed Proposal" is the delivery method which provides the best value for the South Highway 81 Elevated Storage Tank Rehabilitation 2021 Project.
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Steel tanks require interior and exterior coating rehabilitation approximately every 15 years to protect the tank's integrity. The City has set aside funding for an annual tank coating rehabilitation program. Based on recent inspections, the South Highway 81 Elevated Storage Tank (EST) is in need of rehabilitation and the City has starting a project to rehabilitate the tank. This tank was constructed in 2001 and has a capacity of 1,250,000 gallons. The project consists of minor structural repairs and recoating the interior and exterior of the tank.
Due to the tank’s age, condition and central location, the Utilities & Environmental Services Department requests approval to allow the Competitive Sealed Proposal delivery method for the South Highway 81 Elevated Storage Tank Rehabilitation project. By using this method, the City will be able to obtain the most qualified contractor which will in turn provide the best value to the City.