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Lawton accepts guaranteed maximum price for youth sports complex; lower-than-expected bids add scope
Summary
Council accepted the construction manager-at-risk guaranteed maximum price for a new sports complex after bids came in below estimates, enabling the city to add two rectangular fields, extra parking and sidewalks; council authorized the project to proceed with project-management funding and an allowance for city representation during construction.
The Lawton City Council on May 4 accepted a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) amendment for the construction of a new sports complex and authorized project work to proceed after the Sports Authority reported bids were lower than expected.
Sports Authority chair Brian Henry and contractor representatives from Bolt and Eastern Sports Management outlined the GMP package and included bid tabs showing robust contractor participation. The favorable bid results allowed the project team to expand scope beyond the base building and parking: council noted that two rectangular fields, an improved south parking lot and a new sidewalk connection along Keith Jackson Parkway are now included. Staff also confirmed a project manager allowance of up to $200,000 to represent the city’s interests during construction.
Council unanimously approved the GMP amendment and associated project costs and directed staff to issue notices to proceed as appropriate. Supporters said the facility would benefit youth sports and regional economic activity by attracting tournaments and related spending.
Why it matters: The project represents a major, multi-year capital investment in youth sports infrastructure; the lower bids permit added scope without changing the council’s previously approved financial framework. A city project manager will be assigned to oversee construction and protect the city’s interests.
What the council approved: The construction manager-at-risk GMP amendment and associated project budget, with authority to proceed; council recorded an 8-0 vote in favor.
Next steps: Staff will execute GMP amendments, issue letters to proceed for the contractor team and begin the construction phase with city project management oversight.
