SUBJECT
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Authorizing the City Manager to approve Change Order No. 1, in the amount of $2,399,925.00 for increasing linear footage not specified on the original contract and adding of 60 working days to the contract time due to additional work and unforeseen underground from Murphy Pipeline Contractors for the water line replacement program. With this change order the contract amount will increase the contract to a total of $13,714,874.14 and 220 working days. Funding is available in the Waterworks Fund - 2022 Water Revenue Bond
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Summary of alignment:
This agenda item update aligns with Viva Laredo’s Comprehensive Plan goals and policies addressing water quality by replacing aged water lines.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
On May 19, 2025 the City Council approved the construction contract to Murphy Pipeline Contractors in the amount of $11,314,949.14 with a contract time of 160 working days for the water line replacement program.
BACKGROUND
Contract Amount Working Days
Original Contract $11,314,949.14 160
Change Order No. 1 $2,399,925.00 60
Total $13,714,874.14 220
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
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Approval of Motion
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2026
Budgeted Y/N?: Yes
Source of Funds: 2022 Water Revenue Bond
Account #: 557-9879-535-9301
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: No
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding is available in the 2022 Water Revenue Bond. Account 557-9879-535-9301. Project ID: WP2204