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Court awards $794,430 construction contract for service‑center remodel; ARPA funds to cover portion above $500,000
Summary
The commissioners awarded a $794,430 contract to Johnson Construction LLC for a vehicle‑processing and exterior remodel at the county service center, approved base bid work and authorized use of ARPA funds to cover costs above $500,000; the court declined an optional large paving alternate.
Johnson County commissioners awarded a construction contract Monday to Johnson Construction LLC of Alvarado for a service‑center vehicle‑processing and exterior remodel project, with a base bid of $794,430.
Facilities staff and the county purchasing agent recommended the award after reviewing proposals. Commissioners heard that the base scope, priced at about $794,430, includes remodeling at the service center to process vehicles and address drainage and immediate site improvements around the building. The court also reviewed optional add‑alternate pricing for a larger additional parking/paving area; the court did not elect into that add‑alternate at this meeting.
County staff said the project will be funded from a combination of the county’s construction reserve (approximately $500,000 budgeted for this project in the current fiscal year) and available ARPA funds to cover the amount in excess of the reserve. Staff said about $294,430 of ARPA funding would be used to make up the difference between the $500,000 base contribution and the $794,430 contract award. Commissioners emphasized the importance of fixing drainage and creating a safe, finished approach to the building; some members cautioned against paving additional acreage that could be needed for future building or site changes.
Commissioner Bailey moved for award of the contract and allocation of ARPA funds to cover costs above the $500,000 construction reserve; Commissioner Howell seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Why this matters: The remodel is intended to improve vehicle‑processing, employee access and drainage at a county facility the court uses for operations; staff said the base scope addresses the most urgent needs while leaving decisions about broader paving and long‑term site use for future deliberation.
Details: Awarded contractor: Johnson Construction LLC (Alvarado); award amount (base bid): $794,430; county contribution: $500,000 from construction reserve fund; ARPA contribution (approximate): $294,430 to cover remainder; optional add‑alternate paving bid up to about $448,000 was discussed but not approved.
Next steps: Facilities staff to finalize contract documents, begin scheduling remodel work and track invoicing; the project will proceed with base work and the drainage improvements included in the bid.
