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Council approves design-build contract for new Public Works building; GMP set at $2.31 million
Summary
Council approved a design-build construction contract for the Show Low Public Works building (project FM0125) with LD and B LLC, guaranteeing a maximum price of $2,306,904.43. The facility is sized for up to 70 employees and includes offices, showers, an assembly room and support spaces.
City staff presented the completed design and a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) from the recommended contractor for a new Public Works building intended to consolidate operations.
The council packet described a building to accommodate up to 70 employees and include offices, cubicles, a kitchen, break rooms, restrooms, showers, lockers, an assembly room, a public foyer and storage. Staff said the project delivery method is design-build using a qualifications-based selection and that the design phase is complete.
LD and B LLC submitted a GMP of $2,306,904.43; staff recommended approval of the construction contract under that guaranteed maximum price. Council discussion focused on long-term capacity. Rick (public works staff) and other staff described current operations and growth rates; staff said the building is sized to allow ten-plus years of growth and to consolidate training and supervisory spaces.
Councilman Clark moved to approve the construction contract for the Show Low Public Works building (Project FM0125) with LD and B LLC in an amount not to exceed $2,306,904.43; Councilman Adams seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Councilmembers praised the design and the anticipated improvement to staff working conditions and training capacity.
