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Replacement of Calypso Cove Lap Pool Collector Tank

Original title: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF MARGATE, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE ACQUISITION AND INSTALLATION OF A REPLACEMENT COLLECTOR TANK FOR THE LAP POOL AT CALYPSO COVE BASED ON THE LOWEST COMPETITIVELY OBTAINED QUOTE FROM SAMMET POOLS, INC.; NOT TO EXCEED $26,745.00; PROVIDING FOR AN ADDITIONAL TWENTY-FIVE PERCENT (25%) CONTINGENCY FOR ALL WORK TO COVER POTENTIAL UNFORESEEN COSTS DUE TO THE NATURE OF THE UPGRADE AND UNDERGROUND WORK

April 3, 2024

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The Frame

What this does

The city is authorizing a total expenditure of up to $33,431.25 in public funds for pool infrastructure repairs at Calypso Cove.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Sammet Pools, Inc.

The company is contracted to perform the pool tank replacement and receive payment from the city.

Calypso Cove pool users

Users may experience changes in pool availability or facility access during the installation of the new collector tank.

What changed

Last recorded activity April 3, 2024.

What's next

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Summary

The City of Margate has approved a contract with Sammet Pools, Inc. to replace the for the lap pool at the Calypso Cove facility. The project includes a base cost of $26,745 plus a 25% fund for potential unforeseen underground construction costs.

Key Facts

The City of Margate approved the replacement of the lap pool collector tank at Calypso Cove.
Sammet Pools, Inc. was selected as the contractor based on the lowest competitively obtained quote.
The base cost for the project is capped at $26,745.00.
An additional 25% contingency fund is authorized for the project.
The total potential expenditure, including the contingency, is $33,431.25.
The contingency fund is intended to cover unforeseen costs related to underground work and the nature of the upgrade.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much will the pool repair cost?

The base cost is $26,745.00, with an additional 25% allowed for unforeseen issues, bringing the total authorized budget to $33,431.25.

Who is doing the work?

Sammet Pools, Inc. was selected as the contractor after providing the lowest quote.

Why It Matters

The city is authorizing a total expenditure of up to $33,431.25 in public funds for pool infrastructure repairs at Calypso Cove.

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Contingency Budgeting

The city explicitly allocated a 25% contingency, which is a significant buffer, likely due to the risks associated with underground pool infrastructure.

City of Margate

Connected Entities

locationCalypso Cove“The municipal facility where the pool repairs will occur.”Map →

locationCity of Margate“The local government entity authorizing the expenditure.”Map →

organizationSammet Pools, Inc.“The contractor selected to perform the pool tank replacement.”Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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