Title
Storm Water Repair and Improvement Projects - E
Action
Action:
A. Approve a contract in the amount of $1,821,347.72 to the lowest responsive bidder United of Carolinas Inc. for the Storm Water Repair and Improvement FY2026-E projects, 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 contract is part of an ongoing program to provide repairs and/or improvements to storm drainage systems across the city.
§ Approximately 15 projects may be constructed from this contract. The number of projects may vary depending on the nature and extent of the repairs constructed.
§ On October 13, 2025, the city issued an Invitation to Bid; three 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: 6.04%
United of Carolinas, Inc. exceeded the established contract goal and has committed 6.04% ($110,000) of the total contract amount to the following certified firm(s):
§ Cesar A Leon, LLC (MBE, SBE) ($82,500) (hauling)
§ Silverback Brothers, LLC (MBE, SBE) ($27,500) (hauling)
Established WSBE Goal: 6.00%
Committed WSBE Goal: 6.04%
United of Carolinas, Inc. exceeded the established contract goal and has committed 6.04% ($110,000) of the total contract amount to the following certified firm(s):
§ Parsi Trucking, LLC (WBE) ($110,000) (concrete and hauling)
Fiscal Note
Funding: Stormwater Capital Investment Plan