Item Number: 9.c.
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October 20, 2026

Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction of the Robert A Lee Recreation Center RTU Replacement Project, establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to post notice to bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.


Prepared By:

Michelle Riedinger - Senior Facilities Design and Construction Manager

 
Reviewed By:

Jason Havel - City Engineer
Juli Seydell Johnson - Parks and Recreation Director
Ron Knoche - Public Works Director
Geoff Fruin - City Manager

Liz Craig - Assistant City Attorney

 
Fiscal Impact:

The engineer’s estimate of construction costs is $357,000. Approximately $382,700 is available in the RALRC HVAC Replacement account #R4407.

 
Staff Recommendation:
Approval
 
Attachments:
Resolution
 
Executive Summary:

This agenda item begins the bidding process for the Robert A. Lee Recreation Center RTU Replacement Project. This project generally includes replacement of 2 roof top units (RTU) that serve parts of the Robert A. Lee Recreation Center. One roof top unit serves the gym and the other serves the social hall and the upper-level lobby.  

Background / Analysis:

The Robert A. Lee Recreation Center was originally constructed circa 1963. The current RTUs were replaced in 2001 and are at the end of their useful life. The new RTUs will include some slight modifications that should improve current maintenance challenges for the units, such as moving a heating coil for improved access and modifying duct route to enable easier maintenance of a roof drain.

 
Project Timeline:
Hold Public Hearing and Approve Project Manual: October 20, 2026
Bid Letting: November 19, 2026
Contract Award Council Meeting: December 8, 2026 
Construction: Spring 2027