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City recommends Sealand contractor for Concord‑Pittach regional airport apron rehabilitation; federal grants to cover most costs
Summary
Staff presented two bids for rehabilitation of the apron/Taxi Lane at Concord‑Pittach (Concord Regional) Airport and recommended awarding the contract to Sealand Contractors Corporation; the project is primarily FAA‑funded, with staff noting a large variance between engineer's estimate and low bid.
City staff recommended authorizing a contract with Sealand Contractors Corporation for repair and rehabilitation of the apron/taxi lane at Concord‑Pittach Regional Airport, presenting bids and funding context at Tuesday’s meeting.
Dirk (staff presenter) said the project is funded through the Federal Aviation Administration and that the city received two bids; Sealand’s low bid was $2,650,000 while the engineer’s estimate was $4,039,840. Staff reviewed the bid and deemed it valid, noting a specific discrepancy in cold milling unit costs — the engineer’s estimate used $22 per square foot while the contractor bid $5 per square foot.
Council members asked about funding share and oversight. Staff said the project is “95% by grants” and confirmed the city’s share is approximately 5%. Council asked who would administer the contract; staff said contract administration would be provided by TBE (construction administration consultant), and the city will have on‑site personnel including the airport project manager to ensure timely delivery. Dirk noted Sealand previously worked on a 2018 runway rehabilitation project.
The transcript excerpt records staff asking council approval to move forward with the contract award but does not capture a recorded final motion or vote in the provided segment. Staff discussed coordination with tenants and weather issues typically considered during federally funded airport projects.
