Memorandum
City of Lawrence
Public Works
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David L. Corliss, City Manager
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David P. Cronin, P.E., Project Engineer
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Charles Soules, P.E., Director of Public Works Shoeb Uddin, P.E., City Engineer
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April 16, 2012
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Project PW1208 - 23rd & Iowa Geometric Improvements Consultant Selection - Engineering Design Services Resolution 6966 - Authorize the issuance of General Obligation Bonds for Main Trafficway Improvements at the intersection of 23rd St. (K-10) and Iowa St. (US-59)
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Please include the following item on the City Commission Agenda for consideration at the April 24, 2012 meeting.
Project Description
The intersection of 23rd and Iowa is the busiest intersection in Lawrence with about 60,000 vehicles per day. The proposed geometric improvements would include dual left turn lanes for east and west bound and reconfiguration of the free flow right turn lanes for west, south and north bound. In addition to reducing the queue lengths of the left turning traffic, the proposed dual left turn lanes will also improve through and right turning movements, especially during the morning and afternoon peak hours. The reconfiguration of the right turn lane would reduce the number of accidents involving merging and weaving movements. The reconfiguration plan will also improve pedestrian safety and movements at this location.
This project will involve complete reconstruction of the intersection pavements and approaches with concrete. The remainder of the area within the project limit will be milled and overlaid with asphalt surfacing. The project would also likely include removal and replacement of existing drainage structures, relocation and reconstruction of the traffic signal system, sidewalks, utility adjustments and aesthetic improvements.
Project History / Status
- In February 2012, the project received $200,000 in federal highway safety funds.
- In March 2012, city staff received Statement of Qualifications from consulting engineering firms to provide Engineering Design Services for this project.
- On April 4, 2012 three firms were interviewed by the selection committee and details of the selection process are outlined below.
Consultant Selection Process
A 5-member selection committee reviewed the Qualification Statements and selected three firms (BG Consultants, SK Design Group and Wilson & Company Engineers) for in-person interview. The committee members were: Chuck Soules, Public Works Director; Shoeb Uddin, City Engineer; David Woosley, Traffic Engineer; David Cronin, Project Engineer; and Mark Hecker, Parks & Maintenance Superintendent.
Firms were evaluated on the following criteria:
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Commitment of staff, equipment and facilities |
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Ability to perform the desired services within the time prescribed |
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Past performance of firm |
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Staff’s training schools attendance |
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Previous experience with similar work |
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Work commitment which could limit performance |
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Accessibility of firm’s office |
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Firm’s familiarity with project area |
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Firm’s knowledge of project procedures |
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Firm’s consideration of project problems/issues |
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Thoroughness of presentation |
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Communication issues |
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Ability to work with public |
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Professionalism, comfort level with firm |
Based on a thorough evaluation using the above mentioned criteria, the selection committee is recommending that the city negotiate an Engineering Services Agreement with BG Consultants.
Project Funding
Estimated total cost of this project is $2.2 million. Project funding will consist of $500,000 in geometric improvement state funding, $200,000 federal highway safety funds and city funding of $1.5 million in general obligation bonds for the balance. The project has been included in the 2014 Capital Improvement Plan budget.
Project Schedule
Engineering Design and Construction Plans: 2012/2013
Construction: 2014
Action Request
Authorize staff to negotiate an agreement with BG Consultants for engineering services for the 23rd & Iowa Geometric Improvement project. The agreement will be presented at a later date to the City Commission for approval.
Approve Resolution 6966 authorizing the issuance of $1.5 million in General Obligation Bonds for main trafficway improvements at the intersection of 23rd Street & Iowa Street.
Attachments: 23rd & Iowa map
Resolution 6966