The Engineering Department accepted bids on January 5, 2022 for the Screening Wall Replacement – Independence Parkway Phase 1, Project No. 7028. The project includes the removal and replacement of 2910 linear feet of screening wall, sidewalks and portions of alley pavement along both the east and west sides of Independence Parkway, from Lanarc Drive to Loch Haven Drive.

The lowest responsive and responsible bid was submitted by Ratliff Hardscape, Ltd, in the amount of $1,914,639.  There were a total of 927 vendors notified of this project. Three complete bids were received for the project as shown in the attached bid recap.

If this project is not awarded, neighborhood infrastructure at these locations, including screening walls, sidewalks, and alleys will continue to deteriorate leading to increased future maintenance costs and a reduction in the quality of life for residents.

Funding for this item is available in the 2021-22 Street Improvements CIP and is planned for 2022-23, as well.  Construction services for the Screening Wall Replacement - Independence Parkway Phase I project, in the total estimated amount of $1,914,639, will leave a current year balance of $1,070,144 for future project expenditures.

Approval of this item will support the City's Strategic Plan Critical Success Factor of being an Excellent, Innovative, and Accountable City Government.