06/10/85 Board of Public Works Minutes

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REGULAR MEETING JUNE 10, 1985 that Pierce Manufacturing Company be awarded the bids for Three (3) Midi pumpers and Three (3) Quint units. After reviewing the bids for the reconditioning of the 65' Snorkel to a Quint type apparatus, Chief Brassell advised that a serious problem was apparent. Due to the design of the Snorkel torque box, the space under the turntable is unavailable for the storage of ladders. The ladders, therefore, must be mounted on the sides of the body. This causes a loss of much needed compartment space. Because of the device, the vehicle cannot be made larger. As it is proposed, the design is not practical or suitable for the Fire Department's use. Chief Brassell, therefore, recommends the purchase of a third Quint unit. Chief Brassell advised that Pierce Manufacturing is not the low bidder but most closely follows the South Bend Fire Department's specifications. Peter Pirsch Company did not meet the, specifications for the pump and had a larger wheel base and chassis. Universal Fire Apparatus bid steel instead of aluminum and did -not meet specifications for the pump. For the Quints, Pierce Manufacturing was the only bidder who met the specifications for the aerial ladder. The Pierce ladder is not only the best but unquestionably the safest. They have also built similar units and were experienced in that area. Upon a motion made by Mr. Vance, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the bids of Pierce Manufacturing Company were awarded as follows: THREE (3) QUINT UNITS $329,890.66 ea. = $989,671.98 - 34,500.00 (trade-in) $955,171.98 THREE (3) MIDI PUMPERS $108,296.00 ea. = $324,888.00 - 39,500.00 (trade-in) $285,388.00 TOTAL AWARD $1,240,559.98 APPROVE CONSULTING AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - LOGAN ST. & MISHAWAKA AVE. INTERSECTION DESIGN (COLE ASSOCIATES) Mr. Leszczynski advised that this Consulting Agreement was originally approved by the Board on April 30, 1984 with Cole Associates, Inc. which included the design of intersection improvements at six (6) intersections. This Amendment is for additional work requested by the City, which was not included in the scope of services as established for the original contract, for the intersection of Logan Street and Mishawaka Avenue. The not -to -exceed amount will be increased from $21,000.00 to $26,900.00 to cover the additional work. Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the above Consulting Agreement Amendment was approved. APPROVE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT - JEFFERSON & EDDY RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT Mr. Leszczynski advised that in accordance with the bid awarded on June 3, 1985, to Kaser-Spraker Construction Company, 25487 W. State Road 2, South Bend, Indiana, in the amount of $38,291.00 (alternates included) for the above referred to project, a Contract in said amount was being submitted for Board approval. Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the Contract was approved subject to the appropriate Insurance, Performance Bond and Labor and Materials Payment Bond being filed.