Meeting_Body
CONSTRUCTION COMMITTEE
MARCH 18, 2021
Subject
SUBJECT: METRO G LINE BUS RAPID TRANSIT IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
Action
ACTION: APPROVE RECOMMENDATIONS
Heading
RECOMMENDATION
Title
CONSIDER:
A. FINDING that authorization of the use of alternative delivery methods, including Progressive Design/Build (PDB), will achieve integration of design, project works, and other components in an efficient manner for the Metro G Line Bus Rapid Transit Improvements Project, pursuant to Public Utilities Code Section 130242; and
B. APPROVING a competitive solicitation of a PDB contract to achieve the proposed design approach, specific project features and functions, and other project criteria in addition to price, pursuant to Public Utilities Code 130242 (e)
(REQUIRES 2/3 VOTE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS)
Issue
ISSUE
Pursuant to Public Utilities Code Section130242, staff is requesting Board approval to utilize an alternative project delivery method utilizing a competitive procurement process that employs other criteria in addition to price for the selection of a PDB Contractor for the Metro G Line Bus Rapid Transit Improvements Project (Project). Upon determination of the qualified firm, staff will return to the Board with a recommended selection for approval.
Background
BACKGROUND
The Project seeks to provide safe and cost-effective improvements to operating speeds, capacity and safety, while addressing passenger needs and minimizing disruption to the San Fernando Valley residents. The proposed improvements include grade separations over Van Nuys Boulevard and Sepulveda, enhanced signal priority technology, electronic bus connectivity and a four-quadrant railroad style gating system. The proposed gating-system is intended to reduce incidents between vehicles and Metro buses, as well as increase the speeds of buses along the corridor and reduce travel times for riders. The Project is a Measure M deliverable, with an anticipated revenue date of July 2...
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