Description
Title: Authorize a contract for construction services for the West Riverside Reclaimed Water Main project for Austin Water with Austin Underground, Inc., in the amount of $3,699,813, plus a $369,982 contingency, for a total contract amount not to exceed $4,069,795. Funding: $4,069,795 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water.
Summary
The City of Austin is considering a contract for the West Riverside Reclaimed Water Main project, totaling $3,699,813 with an additional $369,982 contingency, approved on April 23, 2026. The lead contractor, Austin Underground, Inc., is a minority-owned business, and the project aims to enhance reclaimed water infrastructure, supporting reliability and service expansion. The legislation mandates 98.18% participation from minority-owned businesses (MBEs) and 1.65% from women-owned businesses (WBEs), reflecting the city’s commitment to equitable procurement practices. The project will involve significant construction work, including the installation of approximately 2,800 linear feet of reclaimed water mains, impacting local traffic but ensuring access for residents and businesses