File #: 2021-1331   
Type: Consent Calendar Item
Body: City Council
On agenda: 10/19/2021
Title: Recommendation to Accept the Work of NEMA Construction for the Shoreline Park Pathway Lighting Project, No. P.W. 10-20-38. (Public Works 60341591)

Title

 

Recommendation to Accept the Work of NEMA Construction for the Shoreline Park Pathway Lighting Project, No. P.W. 10-20-38. (Public Works 60341591)

 

Body

 

To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council

 

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

 

On February 16, 2021, the City Council awarded a contract to NEMA Construction in the amount of $653,400, which included a 10% contingency, for the removal and replacement of approximately one-half mile of exterior pathway lighting infrastructureThe project included the removal and replacement of approximately one-half mile of exterior pathway lighting infrastructure.  The improvements executed under the subject contract are complete and acceptable to staff.  Staff is now recommending that the City Council accept the work.

 

BACKGROUND

 

Shoreline Park consists of approximately one-half mile of pathways with approximately three acres of park space that is enjoyed year-round by residents.  One of the park amenities is the pathway lighting system that supports continuous use of the park.  The pathway lighting system is a key safety feature of the park but was in disrepair and had many failing components.

 

The work included the installation of new lighting control cabinets, conduit, conductors, pull boxes and 68 new light fixtures, while ensuring the operations of the existing public restrooms, SCADA and sluice gates’ electrical supply during the construction phases.

 

Phase 1, Areas 1-7 included full replacement of approximately 22 bollards and 22 Cleveland Light Posts including new concrete foundations, pull boxes, conduits and exterior direct burial conductors.

 

Phase 2, Areas 8-11 included demolition of existing foundations and installation of approximately 23 bollards and one Cleveland Light Post while re-using existing pull boxes, conduit and conductors

 

DISCUSSION

 

On February 16, 2021, the City Council awarded a contract in the amount of $653,400, including contingencies, to NEMA Construction. The project was completed in accordance with the plans and specification and is acceptable to the Public Works Department.  The final cost, including change orders, is $653,400.

 

ALTERNATIVES

 

                     Accept the work of NEMA Construction as presented by staff.

                     Do not accept the work and give staff alternate direction.

 

 

FINANCIAL IMPACT

 

The project was budgeted through Capital Improvement Project 91856706 - Shoreline Park Pathway Lighting. There is no impact to the General Fund.

 

MUNICIPAL CODE/POLICY DOCUMENT CROSS REFERENCE

 

This action does not affect the Alameda Municipal Code.

 

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW

 

In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), this project is Categorically Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(c), Existing Facilities.

 

CLIMATE IMPACTS

 

The project will increase the energy efficiency of the path lighting and creates climate benefits by conserving energy and reducing the associated greenhouse gas emissions. As a restoration of lighting systems at an existing park site, the project will not negatively affect natural habitats.

 

RECOMMENDATION

 

Accept the work of NEMA Construction for the shoreline park pathway lighting project, No. P.W. 10-20-38.

 

CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATION

 

The City Manager recommends approval of acceptance of the work of NEMA Construction for the shoreline park pathway lighting project.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Erin Smith, Public Works Director

 

By,

Jesse Barajas, Project Manager II

 

Financial Impact section reviewed,

Annie To, Finance Director

 

cc:                     Eric J. Levitt, City Manager

                     Gerry Beaudin, Assistant City Manager