Department: Resource Management
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger/Amy Tharnish
Subject: Consideration of award of contract to Kantex Industries for vacuum excavation and utility daylighting services for the Public Works Department.
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Item Description:.
Consideration of award of contract to Kantex Industries for vacuum excavation and utility daylighting services for the Public Works Department.
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Summary: On March 17, 2020, two (2) qualifications packets were received from vendors who can provide vacuum excavation and utility daylighting services for the City of Olathe Public Works Department.
These services are for vacuum excavation which is used to safely locate and uncover underground utilities. By locating underground utilities, the City can identify which utilities are in conflict with capital improvements and need to be relocated. Additionally, City crews are able to identify and safely work around underground utilities that may be in conflict with repair and maintenance work.
After reviewing qualifications, staff recommends award of a three (3) year contract, with options for additional one (1) year contract renewals, to Kantex Industries. Kantex has the experience and equipment to perform the work necessary for these services.
Kantex is an Olathe vendor.
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Financial Impact:
Estimated expenses over the three (3) year contract term will be $75,000 to be funded by various projects.
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Action Needed:
Consideration of award of contract to Kantex Industries.
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Attachment(s):
Composite Score Sheet