HomeMy WebLinkAboutA020 - Resolution accepting the 2023/24 Ames Plan 2040 Sanitary Sewer Extension (S 500th Avenue County Line Road) project as completed by Rognes Corp., of Ankeny, IA, in the amount of $542,477.70ITEM #:21
DATE:12-09-25
DEPT:PW
SUBJECT:2023/24 AMES PLAN 2040 SANITARY SEWER EXTENSION
(S 500TH AVENUE/COUNTY LINE ROAD)
COUNCIL ACTION FORM
BACKGROUND:
This program involved installation of public sanitary sewer infrastructure into the priority
growth tiers shown in the Ames Plan 2040. Installation of the sanitary sewer system
proactively opens the ability to develop land in the adopted growth tiers. This project
included extending a new 15" sanitary sewer from south of Norris Street west to S 500th
Avenue (County Line Road), then north approximately 300 feet.
On November 12, 2024, City Council awarded a contract to Rognes Corp of Ankeny, IA in the
amount of $551,057.70. Three change orders were approved as part of the project. Change
Order No. 1 was approved in the amount of $7,200 for repair of field tile. Change Order No. 2
was approved in the amount of $302.50 for installation of Type III Matting. Change Order No.
3 (balancing) was administratively approved by staff and included a deduction in the amount of
$16,082.50. The balancing change order reflects the actual measured quantities completed
during construction. Construction was completed in the amount of $542,477.70.
Revenue and expenses associated with the project are estimated as follows:
Description Available Revenue Estimated Expenses
American Rescue Plan
(ARPA) Funds $661,058
Construction (as bid) $551,057.70
Change Order No. 1 7,200.00
Change Order No. 2 302.50
Change Order No. 3
(balancing) (16,082.50)
Final Construction Cost $542,477.70
Engineering/Administration $110,000.00
TOTAL $661,058 $652,477.70
*Remaining funding will be utilized for other ARPA eligible projects.
On January 27, 2025, Rognes Corp workers accidentally started a fire at the job site that
resulted in damage to two properties and injury to one individual. Representatives of
Rognes Corp immediately took action and engaged with the property owners. The City
of Ames has not been involved in the handling of this incident, but has communicated
with Rognes Corp's insurance company regarding the status of the claims. The claims
are all either settled or in the process of being settled. All communications with the
claimants have occurred between either Rognes Corp or its insurer.
As with all City construction projects, the contract language requires that the
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contractor to indemnify and hold harmless the City from any negligence from acts of
the contractor or their subcontractors during construction. Rognes Corp is solely
responsible for addressing damages arising from this incident. Rognes Corp has
indicated via the attached letter that they are continuing to work through their
insurance company to settle claims from this incident.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Accept the 2023/24 Ames Plan 2040 Sanitary Sewer Extension (S 500th Avenue County
Line Road) project as completed by Rognes Corp of Ankeny, Iowa, in the amount of
$542,477.70.
2. Direct staff to pursue changes to the project.
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDED ACTION:
This project has been completed in accordance with the approved plans and
specifications. This project will extend public sanitary sewer infrastructure into priority
tiers shown in the Growth Plan 2040.
The City Attorney has advised, after consultation with the City’s insurance provider and
outside counsel, that proceeding with contract closure and release of retainage does
not place the City at legal risk. Responsibility for resolving the claims arising from the
incident rests with the contractor and its insurer, who continue to work directly with the
impacted property owners.
Therefore, it is the recommendation of the City Manager that the City Council adopt Alternative
No. 1, as described above.
ATTACHMENT(S):
B01(CAF).pdf
Certification Letter 23-24 Ames Plan 2040 Sanitary Sewer Ext. (S 5ooth Ave County Line
Rd).pdf
Letter from Rognes Corp 11-26-25.pdf
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Public Works Department 515.239.5160 main 515 Clark Ave. P.O. Box 811
515.239.5404 fax Ames, IA 50010
www.CityofAmes.org
November 20, 2025
Honorable Mayor and Council Members
City of Ames
Ames, Iowa 50010
Dear Mayor and Council Members:
I hereby certify the 2023/24 Ames Plan 2040 Sanitary Sewer Utility Infrastructure (S 500th
Avenue County Line Road) project was completed in an acceptable manner by Rognes Corp,
of Ankeny, Iowa, in the amount of $542,477.70 and was inspected by the Public Works
Department of the City of Ames, Iowa.
Sincerely,
Justin A. Clausen, PE, CPWP-M
Public Works Director
JAC/lbc
cc: City Clerk, Finance, Contractor, Administrative Services, Project File
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