TITLE
AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT
WITH BURLING BUILDERS, INC.
FOR RONAN GATEWAY AND PLAZA DEVELOPMENT
SPECIFICATION NO. P-23001-003
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To the Honorable Board of Commissioners of the Chicago Park District:
I. Recommendation
It is recommended that an order be entered authorizing the General Superintendent or her designee to enter into a contract with Burling Builders, Inc. in the amount of $3,223,535.00. The contractor was selected pursuant to a Request for Proposal (RFP). No work may commence, and no payment shall be made to contractor prior to the execution of a written agreement.
II. Award Information
Contractor: Burling Builders, Inc.
Business: Construction
Company Type: Business Corporation
Year Incorporation: 1980
Majority Interest: Elzie Higginbottom 90% interest
John A. Girzadas 10% interest
Contract Type: Construction Contract
Construction
Timeline: Completion by December 30, 2024
Contract Amount: Not-to-exceed $3,223,535.00
Affirmative Action: Burling Builders, Inc. is a Majority Minority owned firm.
The Minority and Women-Owned Participation for this contract includes:
29.00% MBE participation and 6.00% WBE participation.
Scope of Services: The Ronan Gateway and Plaza will provide a community gathering space with a new pavilion structure, river overlook structure, pedestrian plazas, new pedestrian walking paths, and vehicular access drives. Site improvements will also include new landscape planting, fencing, site furnishings, and utilities.
The General Contractor's work includes, but is not limited to: demolition and removals, concrete, precast architectural concrete, metal fabrications, site furnishings, electrical, earthwork, utilities and exterior improvements.
III. Budget and Financial Information
Budget Classification: Capital and Capital Grant
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