W.O. 17-19: Lead Service Replacement Project, will replace approximately 67 lead services. The project is located on various streets between Broadwater Avenue and Central Avenue.  Streets that will have construction are Custer Avenue, Terry Avenue, Miles Avenue, Howard Avenue, and Cook Avenue.

The project was advertised on May 24th, May 31st, and June 6th, in the Yellowstone County News and on the City's website. Bids were opened on June 11, 2019, and two responsible bids were received. COP Construction, LLC submitted the lowest responsible bid.

City Council may:

• Approve the construction contract for W.O. 17-19 Lead Service Replacement Project to COP Construction, LLC, in the amount of $327,475.00, or;
• Do not approve the construction contract.  If the project is not constructed, the City will continue to have lead services in the water system.

The following bids were received and evaluated:
 

Contractor	Total Bid
COP Construction, LLC	$327,475.00
Western Municipal Construction	$447,500.00

Water funds will be used for this project.  Adequate funding for this project is available in the approved budget for FY 19.

Staff recommends that the City Council approve a contract with COP Construction, LLC for W.O. 17-19 Lead Service Replacement Project, in the amount of $327,475.00.