The proposed project generally consists of roadway rehabilitation by full depth reclamation and cement treatment, asphalt paving, cold milling, replacement of PCC sidewalk, curb, curb & gutter, stamped concrete, drive approach, cross gutter, alley apron, bus pad, local depression, and handicap ramps, installation of catch basin inlet filters, adjustment of utility covers to finish grade, storm drain improvements, water main improvements, installation of traffic signal detector loops, installation of traffic striping, raised pavement markers, and signage, reestablishment of centerline ties and monuments, and installation of irrigation and landscaping.

The proposed project will also include the closure of Larson Avenue at Magnolia Street due to existing unsafe conditions. As a result, the project will also remove the northbound left-turn lane into Larson Avenue and allow for additional landscape planting in the median.  The closure was approved by City Council on December 13, 2016.  The proposed street reconstruction project will significantly improve ride, safety and appearance of this arterial street and reduce maintenance.

Staff solicited bids for this project pursuant to Municipal Code Section 2.50.100.  Five (5) qualified bids were received and opened in the City Clerk's office at 11:00 a.m. on March 28, 2017.  The lowest qualified bidder is Griffith Company, with a total bid of $2,988,838.  This bid is within the current project budget.  The licenses and references of the contractor have been reviewed and verified by staff, and all other documentation is in order. 

The anticipated contract schedule is as follows: 

• Award Contract - April 11, 2017;
• Begin Construction (estimated) - May 22, 2017;
• Complete Construction  (estimated) - September 13, 2017.

There is no financial impact to the General Fund.  This improvement is included in the Fiscal Year 2016/17 Capital Improvement Budget, and is funded by Measure "M2" Fairshare, gas tax, drainage fee, and California State Tire Recycle grant funds.

It is recommended that the City Council:

• Award a Contract to Griffith Company, in the amount of $2,988,838.00, for Project No. 7254 Magnolia Street Rehabilitation from 22 Freeway Off-ramp to Garden Grove Boulevard; and

• Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement, and make minor modifications as appropriate thereto, on behalf of the City.

By:  Nick Hsieh, P.E., Associate Engineer