C. Authorizations to BidMEMORANDUM
April 14,1999
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To: Al Thelen, Interim City Manager
From: Jim Hausz, Director of Public W rks
Subject: Multiple Project Bid Authorizations
The Public Works Department is blessed with an abundance of interesting projects for this
budget year. In order to shorten the time line for completing them in our construction season I
request the City Council to provide a blanket authorization to bid the following projects.
1. First Avenue East and Third Street East Signal: The design is complete and with
authorization by Council we can complete the last inserts for the bid documents. We propose
a bid date of May 14`' and Council award for May 17'.
2. City of Kalispell Sewer Improvements: This is the rehabilitation of existing sewers in the
Downtown TIF District. The project should be ready to bid in about two weeks.
3. Downtown TIF Sidewalk Replacement Project, Phase III: The annual sidewalk replacement
program for the TIF. No bid date recommended yet.
4. Fifth Avenue W.N. Water Improvement Project: No bid date recommended yet.
5. Ninth Street W. Storm Drain Improvement Project: No bid date recommended yet.
6. Lift Station #4 Replacement — Liberty Street: No bid date recommended yet.
7. Kalispell WWTP Emergency Power System Modifications: Previously reviewed with
Council, these changes are needed to ensure satisfactory process operation during power
interruptions. Can be funded from current operating surplus. Design is 98% complete.
8. Sidewalk Replacement for Year Ending June 30, 2000: Annual bid for sidewalk replacements
in areas not in TIF Urban Renewal Districts.
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