City of Laredo
Legislation Details
Meeting Date: Consent Agenda
SUBJECT
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Authorizing the City Manager to approve change order #3 in the amount of $1,220,065.21 to Murphy Pipeline Contractors of Jacksonville, Florida for the waterline replacement program Pipe Bursting Phase 1 Project. The updated contract is $16,632,113.47. Funding is available in the 2022 Water Revenue Bond
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VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Moderate
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
Policy 6.5.7 Continue to implement the existing water conservation program
Policy 7.2.4 Increase access to safe water
Summary of alignment:
This agenda item update aligns with Viva Laredo’s Comprehensive Plan goals and policies related to efficient water utilization and sustainable development.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
On May 19, 2025 City Council approved the construction contract to Murphy Pipeline Contractors for the waterline replacement program pipe bursting phase 1 project in the amount of $11,314,949.14
On December 01, 2025, City Council approved change order #1 in the amount of $2,399,925.00
On March 16, 2026, City Council approved to ratify and amend PO 430326 in the amount of $1,697,174.12
BACKGROUND
Proposed Change Order - Project Scope Reconciliation, Additional Restoration Work, and Waterline Replacement at Uniroyal/Regional
The proposed change order consolidates all additional restoration and pavement work required to complete the Pipe Bursting Project and incorporates the necessary waterline replacement at Uniroyal Drive / Regional Drive associated with the TxDOT IH-35/Uniroyal improvements. Field conditions encountered during construction necessitated expanded pavement restoration beyond the original contract scope, and coordination with TxDOT requires the City to complete the waterline relocation prior to TxDOT mobilization.
Street Restoration Quantities
The following locations require additional pavement restoration:
• Ireland Street: 4,210 SY
• Gale Street: 4,190 SY
• Northpoint Loop: 8,013 SY
• Calton Street: 1,855 SY
• Uniroyal Drive / Regional Drive: 2,044 SY
• San Pedro: 1,824 SY
• San Mateo: 3,086 SY
• Driveway Restoration (Citywide within project limits): 3,401 SY
These quantities reflect the actual field conditions encountered during construction and represent the necessary restoration to return each location to acceptable standards.
Additional Work - Mims Bypass Installation
The change order also incorporates the additional work associated with the installation of the Mims Bypass, which was not included in the original contract but is required to ensure proper system functionality and continuity within the project area.
Additional Work - Waterline Replacement at Uniroyal / Regional (TxDOT Coordination)
This change order also includes the labor, materials, and construction activities required to replace the existing waterline at Uniroyal Drive / Regional Drive, which is in direct conflict with TxDOT’s upcoming IH-35/Uniroyal roadway improvement project. TxDOT requires all utility conflicts to be resolved prior to their contractor mobilizing.
The added scope includes:
• Installation of new waterline to TxDOT-compliant depth and alignment
• Trenching, bedding, and backfill using TxDOT-approved materials
• Replacement of associated appurtenances (valves, fittings, connections)
• Pressure testing, disinfection, and service reconnections
• Full-depth pavement restoration meeting TxDOT specifications
• Traffic control measures required within TxDOT right-of-way
• Coordination with TxDOT inspectors and project management staff
This work is mandatory to prevent delays to TxDOT’s project and ensures the City’s infrastructure is properly relocated and protected within the TxDOT construction limits.
Scope Reductions - De-scoping of Waterline Work
To balance the added restoration and bypass work, the change order includes the de-scoping of waterline installation and associated pavement patching originally planned for:
• Aguila Azteca
• Market Street
• Musser Street
These locations were removed from the active scope based on updated field assessments and operational needs.
Purpose of the Change Order
This modification is intended to reconcile the project scope by:
• Incorporating all required additional restoration work
• Documenting and formalizing the corresponding scope reductions
• Ensuring the project reflects actual field conditions and operational requirements
• Allowing the City to establish the revised contract value and maintain accurate project accounting
This change order provides a complete and transparent adjustment to the project scope, ensuring alignment between construction activities, field conditions, and contractual obligations.
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Contract |
Amount |
Working Days |
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Original Contract: |
$11,314,949.14 |
160 |
|
Change Order # 1: |
$2,399,925.00 |
60 |
|
Ratification (CO #2) |
$1,697,174.12 |
0 |
|
Change Order #3 |
$1,220,065.21 |
145 |
|
Total: |
$16,632,113.47 |
365 |
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
recommendation
Approve this motion.
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FISCAL IMPACT
Fiscal Year: 2026
Budgeted (Y/N): Y
Source of Funds: 2022 Water Revenue Bond
Account #: 557-9877-535-9301
Change Order (Exceeds 25% Y/N): N
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding is available in the 2022 Water Revenue Bond Account #557-9877-535-9301, Project ID: WP2201