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2 <br /> was re-advertised in early May 2026. At the second bid opening on May 19, 2026, three (3) <br /> responsive sealed bids were received (see attached Bid Tabulation). The low bid was $293,110, <br /> which was revised to $287,710 after adjustments for add alternates and asphalt instead of <br /> concrete. <br /> The construction contract to complete the work as designed for the resurfacing of the driveway, <br /> parking area, and ADA walking trail at Little River Regional Park totals $287,710 and is <br /> recommended for award to Lanier Construction Company. The contract stipulates that the work <br /> is to occur in July 2026, with a start date to be determined after July 4, 2026. Paving work is <br /> allowed only between Monday and Thursday. The park will be closed during the days of this work, <br /> and the public will be notified via website, news releases, and social media of the work and closure <br /> once the dates are determined. <br /> FINANCIAL IMPACT: The lowest responsible bid was $287,710 with Lanier Construction Company. <br /> Orange County's share of the project is $143,855. Durham County will fund the remaining 50%. <br /> Funding for this project comes from previously approved funds in the Little River Park capital <br /> project account. <br /> ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PLAN: This item supports: <br /> • GOAL 1: ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND CLIMATE ACTION <br /> OBJECTIVE 2. Invest in our infrastructure to reduce the environmental impact of the <br /> County fleet/facilities and improve safety. <br /> OBJECTIVE 6. Protect water supply/watersheds. <br /> OBJECTIVE 7. Conserve and protect high-priority open space, including Natural <br /> Heritage sites, nature preserves, watershed riparian buffers, and prime/threatened <br /> farmland. <br /> RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board: <br /> 1) Approve the County entering into a construction contract with Lanier Construction <br /> Company for the resurfacing of the Little River Regional Park driveway, parking area, and <br /> ADA walking trail; and <br /> 2) Authorize the County Manager to execute the Agreement, subject to final review and <br /> approval by the County Attorney, and any subsequent amendments for contingent and <br /> unforeseen requirements up to the approved budget amount on behalf of the Board. <br />