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Recommendation to Reject All Bids, Release All Bonds, and Authorize City Staff to Advertise for Rebidding the Mastick Senior Center Roof Replacement Project PW 02-24-07.
In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), this action is categorically exempt from further environmental review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) and 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction). (Public Works C41000)
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To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Jennifer Ott, City Manager
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Mastick Senior Center's roof has exceeded its life expectancy and requires replacement. The project is a scheduled activity in the City of Alameda's (City) Capital Improvement Plan and funded through the Capital Facilities Internal Service Fund. Public Works staff published an Invitation to Bid and received nine responses for the project. The two lowest bids were deemed non-responsive with one of the non-responsive bidders indicating they disagree with the determination. To mitigate the risk of a bid protest, staff recommends all bids be rejected and the project re-issued for bid.
BACKGROUND
Mastick Senior Center, a division of the Alameda Recreation & Parks Department (ARPD), provides a variety of programs and services in the areas of health, education, and recreation to meet the needs of adults aged 50 and older. The facility is highly utilized year-round, hosting recurring programs, services and special events. The proposed roof replacement project was identified as a priority in the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and funding included in the approved FY 23-25 CIP budget.
Staff developed and published a bid package consistent with the policies and procedures defined by the City's procurement policy. This included defining the appropriate licensing requirements to ensure the awarded contractor could complete the work without relying on a sub-contractor's license. The bid documents stated that no bids for th...
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