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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4.02 Go2BidStLtPole02-20CITY CLERK File # 1:1616[a- AGENDA STATEMENT CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: December 3, 2002 SUBJECT: ATTACHMENTS: RECOMMENDATION: FINANCIAL STATEMENT: Authorization to Solicit Bids — Contract 02-20 Street Light Pole Replacement, Phase 1 Report Prepared by: Lee S. Thompson, Public Works Director Specification to be available at City Council meeting Authorize Staff to advertise for bids, Contract 02-20, Street Light Pole Replacement, Phase 1 The construction budget for Phase 1 of this project is $100,000. The cost of Phase I is proposed to be paid by Street Light Maintenance Assessment District 83-1 (Fund 710). DESCRIPTION: This project is Phase 1 of a proposed five-year project to replace the old painted steel street light poles in subdivisions that were constructed in the 1960's. These ungalvanized poles have deteriorated over time and many are corroded to the point of needing replacement. Approximately eight poles which were severely rusted have been replaced over the past two years through the City's street light maintenance contract with Alameda County. The City incurs some liability exposure from the condition of these poles, and it was recommended in the 2002-03 Capital Improvement Program to begin replacing all of the remaining 386 poles. The first phase project would replace approximately 40 poles. Staff recently conducted a pole condition survey for all of the poles in the subject area and identified 40 poles that appear to be in the worst condition. Most of the poles to be replaced this year are located in the area east of I-680, near Davona Drive. The actual quantity of poles replaced may be adjusted upward or downward depending on the bids received. The new poles installed would be galvanized steel, which has an estimated life span of 60 years or more. The galvanized poles would reduce ongoing maintenance costs by eliminating the need to paint the poles every five years. Staff recommends that the City Council authorize solicitation of bids for Contract 02-20, Street Light Pole Replacement, Phase 1. rt�) ---------------------------------------------------- COPIES TO:oGl� ITEM NO.