Title/Name/Summary
Flex Seal Chimney Sealant - RMS Utility Services
History
In 2015, RJN Group Inc. of Wheaton, Illinois (RJN) was selected by a competitive proposal process to perform a village-wide Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Project. RJN Group is guiding the village through the various technical processes required to conform to new mandates issued by the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) as it relates to the reduction of inflow/infiltration (I/I) into the village’s sanitary sewer system. As a result of phase 1 of the evaluation in the high priority area, RJN Group indicated approximately 447 manholes are in need of repair from infiltration. Out of the 447 manholes, 45 are located within a driveway apron, sidewalk or difficult areas to access which would have a higher cost to repair.
Staff researched and discussed with RJN, different methodologies for reducing the infiltration of the 45 manholes. Staff decided to try the Flex Seal Chimney Sealant products as a beta test to evaluate performance, installation and durability. Staff received the attached proposal in the amount of $31,500.00 from RMS Utility Services of McHenry, Illinois for performing the installation of the 12” chimney sealant units, sealer and manhole additional unit depth. An initial proposal for the work was received but did not include all items required by the village. Staff is recommending to beta test the Flex Seal Chimney Sealant products on the 45 manholes using RMS Utility.
On November 19, 2018 this item was reviewed by the Public Works Committee and recommended for approval and referred to the Village Board of Trustees for consideration.
Financial Impact
Funds are available in account 031-6003-443800.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve to waiving the bid process;
And
Approve accepting the proposal for manhole sealing from RMS Utility Services of McHenry, Illinois in an amount of $31,500.00.