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Exhibit 1 - Agenda Information SheetCity of Denton _____________________________________________________________________________________ AGENDA INFORMATION SHEET DEPARTMENT: Procurement INTERIM ACM: Cassey Ogden DATE: January 24, 2023 SUBJECT Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Wilson Contractor Services, LLC, for the construction of the Hickory Creek Interceptor 3 Project; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (CSP 8091 – awarded to Wilson Contractor Services, LLC, in the not-to- exceed amount of $5,793,183.01). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval (6-0). INFORMATION/BACKGROUND The Hickory Creek Interceptor (HCI) 3 Project is a wastewater project that will increase the carrying capacity of the primary interceptor for the Hickory Creek Basin. Once constructed, the new wastewater interceptor line will connect to the Hickory Creek Interceptor 1 & 2 projects near IH-35 and continue approximately 9,700 linear feet to the north. HCI 3 line will replace the existing 12-inch line with a 30-inch line and includes one realigned 12-inch section and creek crossing. Construction Plans were prepared by the City of Denton Engineering Department. As part of the HCI 3 Project design process, an archeological survey was conducted along the project alignment in August 2022 to ensure full compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act and the Antiquities Code of Texas and the Texas Historical Commission cleared the project for construction on September 2022. The HCI 3 Project has a total project construction cost of $5,793,183.01. This estimate includes a $5,517,317.15 total base proposal amount and a 5% contingency of $275,865.86. The five (5) percent contingency allowance is for the sole use of the City and will be subject to written authorization by the City’s Project Manager and Program Manager. The contractor, Wilson Contractor Services, LLC, was selected during the Competitive Sealed Proposal process based on the company’s key personnel, reputation & ability to complete similar projects, detailed schedule, safety record, and proposal cost. The selected contractor rated in the range of above average to superior in all categories. The detailed schedule and written plan were presented thoroughly with a focus on critical path scheduling and action plans. References that were contacted gave the contractor excellent reviews for the quality of work, reputation, communication, and staying within budget/schedule. Key personnel requirements submitted were in-depth on the company’s level of experience. Competitive Sealed Proposals were sent to 917 prospective suppliers, including 69 Denton firms, of this item. In addition, specifications were placed on the Procurement website for prospective suppliers to City Hall 215 E. McKinney Street Denton, Texas www.cityofdenton.com download and advertised in the local newspaper. Nine (9) proposals were received, with seven (7) meeting specifications. References were checked, and proposals were evaluated based upon published criteria including key personnel, quality, reputation, ability to complete projects on schedule and within budget, detailed schedule and written plan, safety record, and price. Best and Final Offer (BAFO) was requested from the top firm. Based upon this evaluation, Wilson Contractor Services, LLC was ranked the highest and determined to be the best value for the City. NIGP Code Used for Solicitation: 911, 912, 913, & 914 Notifications sent for Solicitation sent in IonWave: 917 Number of Suppliers that viewed Solicitation in IonWave: 40 HUB-Historically Underutilized Business Invitations sent out: 92 SBE-Small Business Enterprise Invitations sent out: 327 Responses from Solicitation: 9 Responses Meeting Specifications: 7 PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS) On January 9, 2023, the Public Utilities Board (PUB) recommended this item to the City Council for consideration. RECOMMENDATION Award a contract with Wilson Contractor Services, LLC, for the construction of the Hickory Creek Interceptor 3 Project, in a not-to-exceed amount of $5,793,183.01 PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS Wilson Contractor Services, LLC Denton, TX ESTIMATED SCHEDULE OF PROJECT Final construction will begin upon approval with a completion date within 365 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. FISCAL INFORMATION This project will be funded from Wastewater Projects Certificate of Obligation account 640382545.1360.40100. Requisition # 158382 has been entered into the Purchasing software system in the amount of $5,517,317.15. The budgeted amount for this item is $5,793,183.01. EXHIBITS Exhibit 1: Agenda Information Sheet Exhibit 2: Pricing Evaluation Exhibit 3: Presentation Exhibit 4: LLC Members Exhibit 5: Ordinance and Contract Respectfully submitted: Lori Hewell, 940-349-7100 Purchasing Manager For information concerning this acquisition, contact: Tracy L. Beck, 940-349-8925. Legal point of contact: Marcella Lunn at 940-349-8339.