Submitted By
Rob Sproule, Public Works Director
Reviewed By
A.M. Zayyad
Agenda Item Title
Title
A Resolution Approving an Amendment to the Independent Contractor Agreement with Midwest Services and Development Corp. for the South Fire Station Bunk Room, Locker Room, and Restroom Renovations Project to Extend the Term of the Agreement from September 30, 2022, to March 31, 2023, and Authorizing its Execution
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Overview
Overview
This Village Board approved an Independent Contractor Agreement with Midwest Services and Development in April of 2022 for the South Fire Station Renovation Project. This item is for amending the Agreement to extend the term of the agreement from September 30, 2022, to March 31, 2023.
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Recommendation
Recommendation
Adopt the Resolution.
Fiscal Impact
No change to the previously approved agreement amount is being proposed.
Background
The project schedule has been delayed due to the discovery of asbestos-containing materials inside the south fire station in various locations included in the renovation scope of work. Village and contractor staff were compelled to carry out their due diligence in coordinating the requisite efforts in the asbestos removal and abatement process. These circumstances delayed the project schedule by approximately fourteen weeks. The asbestos has been successfully removed and remediated without incident and the project is now fully underway.
Additionally, very long and inevitable lead times on certain materials (doors, metal frames, and metal lockers) have been conveyed by suppliers. The general contractor and design team have looked into available alternatives for materials, however, no quicker suitable options were identified.
Staff discussed the requested extension with Fire Dept. staff and all parties agree that the extension is warranted and reasonable and concur with the new proposed completion date of March 31, 2023. The revised completion date will not affect the operations of the F...
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