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Council forwards low bid for Hostess House rehabilitation after staff recommendation

City of Lampasas Mayor and Council · April 22, 2024
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Summary

Council heard staff recommendations on Hostess House bids and by motion forwarded the low bid (approximately $2.212 million) for the Hostess House rehabilitation to proceed with contract negotiation and preconstruction steps; staff said the contract includes a $105,000 contingency and a 180-day construction period after notice to proceed.

Council considered rehabilitation of the Hostess House on April 16 after staff reported bids opened April 11 produced a low bid near $2.2 million and recommended awarding to the low bidder subject to contract negotiations and customary preconstruction steps.

Kimberly (project staff) told the council she contacted the two lowest bidders about potential value-engineering options and checked references; she said both low bidders were willing…

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