This contract is to procure Forsyth Fountain Restoration and Conservation with Landmark Preservation, LLC (LOCAL) in the amount of $650,000. These services will be used by the Park and Tree Department to provide restoration services to include: disassembly, stripping, recasting, repair, and reassembly of the fountain; masonry repair of the basin; repair of the pumphouse building; repair of the electrical systems; and replumbing. The Forsyth Park Fountain was erected in 1858 and has since undergone several modifications. The most recent full restoration of the fountain was completed in 1988. Landmark Preservation’s team has over 40 years of combined experience in professional monument and architectural preservation.

The bid was advertised, opened, and reviewed. Delivery: As needed. Terms: Net 30 days. The bidders were:

L.B.        Landmark Preservation LLC (Savannah, GA) ^(B)                          $650,000

A pre-proposal conference was conducted, and 8 vendors attended.  (B) indicates local, non-DBE-owned business.

Local available: Yes

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Approval