Council packet recommends low bid of $35,159 to replace Rec Center restroom partitions and grab rails

Parks and Building Maintenance staff recommended awarding the Recreation Center restroom partition replacement contract to Design 2 Construct (Jackson, WI), the low bidder at $35,159. The executive summary explained the existing powder‑coated steel panels are 26 years old, have declining appearance and deteriorating lock hardware, and that composite partition replacements plus new ADA handrails will reduce maintenance needs.

The packet noted two bids were received: Design 2 Construct at $35,159 and Cardinal Construction at $41,500; staff recommended the low bidder and said both quotes fell within the $48,000 CIP allocation funded from fund balance. The executive summary listed anticipated start and completion windows and identified Design 2 Construct as the contractor that built a prior Centennial Park pavilion as supporting experience.

The Council packet did not show a Sep. 8 recorded vote on the contract—staff supplied the recommendation and supporting quotes for Council approval as part of the consent agenda.