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Council awards restroom renovation contract for Addison Athletic Club pool area
Summary
After reviewing 11 bids, council approved a $165,164.26 base contract plus a 10% contingency (total $181,680) for renovation of the outdoor pool restrooms to address freezing risk, aging fixtures and slippery floors; council asked staff to return with recommendations on optional alternates.
The council authorized a construction contract to renovate the Addison Athletic Club outdoor pool restrooms, citing maintenance and safety concerns. Bill Holly, Director of General Services, said the restrooms date from 2003, contain an exposed plumbing chase vulnerable to freezing during prolonged cold snaps, and feature worn finishes that can become slippery when wet. After public bid evaluation (11 proposals), staff recommended Construction Solutions USA as the lowest responsive bidder for the base scope. The base bid ($165,164.26) plus a 10% owner contingency (total not to exceed $181,680) was approved; alternates (awnings, upgraded storefront glass, tile wainscoting) were left for later council consideration.
Why it matters: The project addresses a recurring maintenance liability (risk of frozen pipes and costly emergency repairs) and aims to extend the useful life of the facility. Staff emphasized design and durability to reduce long‑term maintenance costs.
Key quote: "We were there every couple of hours around the clock making sure everything was running," Bill Holly said of staff efforts during extreme cold, explaining the need for insulation, heating in the chase, and durable finishes. Council approved the contract with one dissent; staff will manage alternates and contingency usage.
