AGENDA ITEM 9-F
ACTION ITEM
TO:
CHAIRMAN BULOVA AND THE VRE OPERATIONS BOARD
FROM:
DALE ZEHNER
DATE:
JUNE 17, 2011
RE:
AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
FOR REHABILITATION WORK AT THE FRANCONIASPRINGFIELD VRE STATION
RECOMMENDATION:
The VRE Operations Board is being asked to authorize the Chief Executive
Officer to award a contract to Vista Contracting, Inc., of Washington, DC, for
rehabilitation work at the Franconia-Springfield VRE station. The total contract
value shall be $414,500, plus a 10% contingency of $41,450, for total amount not
to exceed $455,950.
BACKGROUND:
Due to years of exposure to the elements, the Franconia-Springfield VRE station
is in need of a major rehabilitation. In March of 2011, authorization to solicit bids
for this work was granted by the Operations Board. Bids were due on May 18th
and two bids were received. Following review of the bids, VRE staff is
recommending award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Vista
Contracting, Inc.
Repairs will include replacement of the existing stairs from the platform up to the
overhead pedestrian bridge; replacement of the existing tactile warning tiles;
rehabilitation of the existing overhead pedestrian bridge; replacement of the
platform canopy roof, gutter and down spouts; and modifications to the existing
handicap module. The rehabilitation work will enhance the overall aesthetics and
safety at the station. The project is planned to begin in July 2011 and be
completed by November 2011.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Funding for this project is included in VRE’s Capital Improvement Program as part
of the facilities infrastructure renewal project. Funding is available from Fairfax
County and FY 2006, FY 2008 and FY 2009 federal grants, with local match being
provided from state and local funds.
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TO:
FROM:
DATE:
RE:
CHAIRMAN BULOVA AND THE VRE OPERATIONS BOARD
DALE ZEHNER
JUNE 17, 2011
AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
FOR REHABILITATION WORK AT THE FRANCONIASPRINGFIELD STATION
RESOLUTION
9F-06-2011
OF THE
VIRGINIA RAILWAY EXPRESS
OPERATIONS BOARD
WHEREAS, due to years of exposure to the elements, the Franconia-Springfield
VRE station is in need of a major rehabilitation; and,
WHEREAS, on March 18, 2011, the VRE Operations Board authorized a
solicitation of bids for this work; and
WHEREAS, two bids were received on May 18, 2011 and, after review, VRE staff
is recommending award to Vista Contracting, Inc.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the VRE Operations Board
authorizes the Chief Executive Officer to award a contract to Vista Contracting,
Inc. to perform rehabilitation work at the Franconia-Springfield VRE station. The
total contract value shall be $414,500, plus a 10% contingency of $41,450, for
total amount not to exceed $455,950.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT, the VRE Operations Board authorizes the
Chief Executive Officer execute permits and other documents related to the
construction of this project.
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