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Staff Report for a Resolution to Award a Construction Contract to Ray's Electric for the Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS) Upgrade 2012, Project 2012.0220
Staffreport
SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS
This contract provides for the installation of Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS) and handicapped ramps at fifteen signalized intersections, a Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacon (RRFB) on Wicks Boulevard, and speed feedback signs on Lake Chabot Road.
Staff recommends award of a construction contract to the low Bidder, Ray's Electric, in the amount of $371,000.00 for the subject work of the Base Bid.
BACKGROUND
Funded by the Federal Transportation Administration (FTA), the New Freedom grant provides additional tools to assist Americans with disabilities as they overcome barriers to full participation in their communities. Lack of adequate transportation is a primary barrier for individuals with disabilities as they seek full integration into the work force.
The City of San Leandro was awarded $130,987 of New Freedom Grant funds through the FTA in May 2012 to install APS devices at thirteen signalized intersections. In response to citizen requests, staff expanded the project to cover fifteen signalized intersections. Accessible pedestrian signals are devices that communicate information about the WALK and DON'T WALK intervals at signalized intersections in non-visual formats (i.e., audible tones and vibrotactile surfaces) to pedestrians who are blind or who have low vision. Accessible curb ramps meeting the current standards will be installed at all intersections receiving the APS equipment.
Two traffic safety enhancement projects will also be constructed under this contract. A Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacon (RRFB) unit will be installed on either side of the crosswalk at Wicks Boulevard at the Marina Community Center. These units are activated with a manual push button that energizes the beacons. Additionally, speed feedback signs will be ...
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