Both proposed projects generally consist of roadway rehabilitation by full depth reclamation and cement treatment, asphalt paving, cold milling, replacement of PCC sidewalk, curb, curb & gutter, drive approach, bus pad, local depression and handicap ramps, installation of catch basin inlet filters, adjustment of utility covers to finish grade, installation of video detection system and 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.

Valley View Street from Tiffany Avenue to Chapman Avenue was recently reconstructed in 2014. The new proposed section was not included as part of that project as it is located within the Caltrans right-of-way. However, this segment was brought to the City’s attention as being part of the City’s Freeway Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans and it is the City’s responsibility to maintain.

The proposed project will also include the construction of a dedicated right-turn lane on southbound Knott Street, approximately 400 feet north of Lampson Avenue. This will provide a safer entrance into the new driveway at the Pacifica High School parking lot and relieve congestion on Lampson Avenue. Bundling this smaller project with the larger Knott Rehabilitation Project allows for economies of scale and less disruption to the public, as all construction will be delivered during the same time frame. The overall street reconstruction projects will significantly improve ride, safety and appearance of both arterial streets and reduce maintenance.

Staff solicited bids for this project pursuant to Municipal Code Section 2.50.100.

Four (4) qualified bids were received and opened in the City Clerk's office at 11:00 a.m. on May 31, 2016.  The lowest qualified bidder is R. J. Noble Company, with a total bid of $2,061,972.50.  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.

There is no financial impact to the General Fund.  This improvement is included in the 2015-16 Capital Improvement Budget and is funded by Federal (RSTP), Measure “M2” Local and Gas Tax funds. A maximum of $500,000 RSTP federal funds have been programmed for reimbursement.

The City has also received a pre-payment in the amount of $47,212.50 from the Garden Grove Unified School District to cover the construction costs of the dedicated right-turn lane for Pacifica High School. The monies will be deposited into the General Fund for Fiscal Year 2015-16 and will be carried forward into Fiscal Year 2016-17.

It is recommended that the City Council:

• Award a contract to R.J. Noble Company, in the amount of $2,061,972.50, for Project No. 7277 Knott Street Rehabilitation from Garden Grove Boulevard to Lampson Avenue and for Project No. 7228 Valley View Street from SR 22 westbound off-ramp to Tiffany Avenue; and

• Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement, and make minor modifications as appropriate thereto, on behalf of the City. Authorize the Finance Director to appropriate $47,212.50 in General fund for Fiscal Year 2015-16 for Project 7277 – Knott Street Rehabilitation and to carry over the appropriation into Fiscal Year 2016-17.

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