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Recommendation to adopt Plans and Specifications No. R-6692 for the construction of Taxilane F and H improvements at the Long Beach Airport; and authorize City Manager to execute a contract with Sully-Miller Contracting Company, the lowest responsible bidder, in an estimated amount of $1,407,603.23, plus a 25 percent contingency amount of $351,900.81, if necessary. (District 5)
DISCUSSION
The construction of Taxilanes F and H will provide a taxi route for aircraft around the west end of Runway 7R-25L, minimizing the number of runway crossings and reducing the potential for runway incursions. It will also provide airfield access, reduce congestion and enhance safety for the general aviation facilities located at the southwest quadrant of the Airport. The project also includes the reconstruction of the adjacent perimeter road, which currently requires frequent emergency maintenance.Reconstruction of this road will allow for the safe passage of fuel trucks, fire and safety equipment and operations and maintenance vehicles.
This project also includes construction of taxiway and perimeter road pavement and shoulders, installation of signage, pavement markings and drainage improvements, including storm drains and the grading of the adjacent infield areas. The drainage improvements will be installed, inspected and maintained to ensure compliance with the Airport's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Industrial Permit. The Contractor will be required to obtain an NPDES Construction Permit and provide both construction and permanent Best Management Practices to ensure that storm water quality is maintained throughout and following the construction of the improvements.
City Council adoption of the plans and specifications and award of the contract are being recommended concurrently to expedite implementation of this project. The project was advertised for bid on March 7, 2008, and bids were opened on April 9, 2008. Three bids were received ...
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