Title
Storm Drainage Improvement Project - 2831 Flintridge Drive
Action
Action:
A. Approve a contract in the amount of $2,079,248.70 to the lowest responsive bidder United of Carolinas, Inc. for the 2831 Flintridge Drive Storm Drainage Improvement Project, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to amend the contract consistent with the purpose for which the contract was approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Angela Charles, Charlotte Water
Mike Davis, Storm Water Services
Logan Oliver, Storm Water Services
Explanation
§ This project will replace aging infrastructure and reduce flooding on Flintridge Drive near its intersection with Lockmont Drive in Council District 5.
§ The work includes grading, storm drainage, water, sanitary sewer, curb and gutter, sidewalk, and asphalt paving.
§ On January 5, 2026, the city issued the Invitation to Bid; eight bids were received
§ United of Carolinas, Inc. was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
§ The project is anticipated to be complete by the fourth quarter of 2027.
Charlotte Business INClusion
Established MBE Goal: 6.00%
Committed MBE Goal: 6.06%
United of Carolinas, Inc. exceeded the established contract goal and has committed 6.06% ($126,000) of the total contract amount to the following certified firm(s):
§ Cesar A Leon (MBE, SBE) ($90,000) (hauling)
§ Silverback Brothers LLC (MBE, SBE) ($36,000) (hauling)
Established WSBE Goal: 5.00%
Committed WSBE Goal: 5.05%
United of Carolinas, Inc exceeded the established contract goal and has committed 5.05% ($105,000) of the total contract amount to the following certified firm(s):
§ JM Custom Construction LLC (WBE, SBE) ($8,000) (concrete)
§ Parsi Trucking LLC (WBE) ($67,000) (hauling)
§ Whitesell Trucking, Inc (SBE) ($30,000) (construction)
Fiscal Note
Funding: Stormwater Capital Investment Plan
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