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Arlington approves $403,720 pickleball court contract with Reece Construction after low bidder disqualified
Summary
After disqualifying the apparent low bidder for using an incorrect bid schedule, the council authorized Reece Construction to construct five pickleball courts for $403,720.32, pending final city-attorney review.
The Arlington City Council authorized a construction contract for a five-court pickleball facility with Reece Construction for $403,720.32, pending final review by the city attorney. City staff said the apparent low bidder, Viking Construction, was disqualified for not using the correct bid schedule, making Reece the next qualified low bidder.
Jim Kelly, presenting the item, explained the bid-evaluation process and the disqualification: "The low bidder that we listed ... Viking Construction, was disqualified because they did not submit and use the correct bid schedule." Kelly recommended awarding the contract to Reece Construction at their qualified bid amount of $403,720.32.
Councilmember Jan Schweddy asked how many courts would be built; staff confirmed five courts. Council approved the motion to award the contract and authorized the mayor to sign pending final legal review.
Clarifying details: Viking Construction was disqualified for bid-schedule errors; Reece Construction was the next qualified bidder. The contract authorization was contingent on final review by the city attorney.
Next steps: execute the contract after city-attorney review and schedule mobilization and construction for the pickleball courts under standard inspection protocols.
