Title
Lakeside Pond Vegetation Removal - Bid Award - Approval of Treatment and Removal of Invasive Vegetation by V3 Construction Group
History
In 2011 the Village established the Basin and Best Practices Management report. The report contains bids and evaluations on Village ponds and areas that require stewardship to ensure proper functionality and aesthetics of said areas. Since the completion of the report, the Village has worked with contractors to perform the required services. The selected companies were chosen based on price and expertise in the area of ecological restoration. V3 Construction Group is one of the companies that were awarded basin and restoration work. V3 Construction Group has proven to be extremely knowledgeable in this area of work and have provided exemplary service to the Village on high profile pond and natural area projects. V3 Construction Group has provided superior expertise and service, greatly improving the functionality and appearance of the natural plantings at multiple Village properties.
Staff requested proposals from Pizzo and Associates Ltd. and V3 for the herbicidal treatment and removal of invasive species such as Cattails and Phragmites. Proposals were received from Pizzo and Associates, Ltd. in the amount of $18,800.00 and from V3 in the amount of $9,075.00.
Staff recommends approving the proposal from V3 Construction Group.
On May 15, 2017, this item was reviewed by the Parks & Recreation Committee, recommended for approval, and referred to the Village Board ot Trustees for consideration.
Financial Impact
Funds are budgeted in account 031-6007-443500.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve treatment and removal of invasive vegetation at Lakeside pond site #17-06 by V3 Construction Group at a total cost not to exceed $9,075.00.