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AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH SHELLY & SANDS, INC. FOR THE TAYLOR ROAD WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT (ST-1121)
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WHEREAS, the Taylor Road Water Main Replacement Project (ST-1121) will replace the existing 12-inch water main installed in 1964 with a new 16-inch water line, along with associated valves, hydrants, site restoration, and related improvements between Morrison Road and the City’s pump station at Helmbright Road; and
WHEREAS, as part of the project, residential sidewalks within the project limits will be upgraded to meet Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) standards as required by City Code; and
WHEREAS, on November 20, 2025, the City received and opened seven (7) bids for the project, which were reviewed by City staff for completeness and compliance; and
WHEREAS, Shelly & Sands, Inc., 515 Harmon Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43223, was determined to be the lowest responsive and responsible bidder; and
WHEREAS, the total amount required for the contract is $2,543,207.48, which includes a 10% contingency in the amount of $231,200.68 to address unforeseen construction costs; and
WHEREAS, the necessary funding for this project has already been appropriated by Council in the 2025 Capital Budget, and no additional appropriations are required.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA, COUNTY OF FRANKLIN, STATE OF OHIO:
Section 1. The Mayor is hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Shelly & Sands, Inc. for the Taylor Road Water Main Replacement Project, ST-1121, in an amount not to exceed $2,543,207.48, inclusive of contingency; said contract is attached hereto as EXHIBIT A and incorporated herein.
Section 2. The Director of Finance is authorized to expend previously appropriated funds from the 2025 Capital Budget for the purpose of this contract.
Section 3. That pursuant to City Charter Section 4.14, whereas the 30-day referendum period does not apply for ordinances authorizing and executing a construction contract, this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect immediately upon passage by this Council and on the date of signature of approval by the Mayor.