RJM has bid out the project and has also received proposals in the respective categories where allowed.  They received 18 bids for 6 bid categories and 23 quotes for 8 bid categories.  The bid summary is attached.

RJM worked with WSB and city staff to review the bids.  It was decided that because of construction and road delays, concrete sidewalks across 101 would be problematic and that a decorative lay down pattern could be installed quickly with minimal disruption to traffic.  While concrete would wear longer, it also has its own maintenance challenges.  The lay down system will likely last five years on Highway 101 and longer on the city street portions.  RJM and staff are also exploring another option.  Both options including white striping total $50,000.  We would ask Council to give RJM the flexibility to award this item under quotes to whichever product they feel will last the longest.

Also, Arteka, the lowest bid in the landscaping category, has been found to be not in compliance with the bid specifications.  RJM has met with them and they are withdrawing their bid.  RJM is recommending that the City take the next lowest bid from Urban, which is also doing the earth work.  The difference of $3,000 will come out of the project contingency.

There are a number of other items where there were duplications in the bids that have been corrected.  Also, the low bidder on the concrete work has suggested several changes that will result in a change order upon execution that will result in a savings that will be put towards contingency.

Construction is scheduled to begin in late July with completion this year. RJM will coordinate with the Downtown businesses and residents on temporary closures and relocations. 

Lewis Street parkers will be asked to use the parking at the old city hall, across from city hall and the city's First Avenue large lot.