TITLE
Recommendation to adopt Plans and Specifications No. R-7208 and award a contract to Griffith Company, of Santa Fe Springs, CA, for construction of the Terminal Roadway Improvements Project at the Long Beach Airport, in an amount of $10,911,912, authorize a 15 percent contingency in the amount of $1,636,787, for a total contract amount of $12,548,699; and, authorize City Manager to execute all documents necessary to enter into the contract, including any necessary amendments; and
Increase appropriations in the Airport Fund Group in the Airport Department by $13,715,113 offset by grant revenue and Airport funds available. (Districts 4,5)
DISCUSSION
City Council approval is requested to enter into a contract with Griffith Company (Griffith) for construction of the Terminal Roadway Improvements Project (Project) at the Long Beach Airport (Airport).
The terminal roadway, also known as East Donald Douglas Drive, is the sole access route for inbound and outbound commercial passengers, vendors, employees, and visitors at the Airport. A primary element of the Project is addressing congestion and efficiency in the area directly in front of the historic terminal building. The improvements will include a straightened and widened sidewalk and curb, new raised pedestrian crosswalks, a relocated pedestrian island, and widening of the roadway with an additional auxiliary vehicle lane. These improvements will enhance pedestrian safety, accessibility, and vehicle throughput efficiency. The roadway work includes several areas of full structural pavement reconstruction and other areas with less distress that will be rehabilitated by grind and overlay. Additionally, new wayfinding signage consistent with the Airport signage plan will be installed. The Project will enhance safety and preserve existing capacity.
The bid was advertised in the Long Beach Press-Telegram on April 10, 2023, and 134 potential bidders specializing in roadway improvements and construction ser...
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