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Authorizing use of a Project Labor Agreement (PLA) for the Sewer Maintenance Generator Installation and Pump Station Repair projects.
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WHEREAS, the Saint Paul City Council adopted a policy on the use of Project Labor Agreements (“PLA”) pursuant to Council File #09-584 for projects involving $250,000 or more of city money; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Sewer Utility is undertaking a generator installation and pump station repair projects that include multiple crafts and total project budgets over $250,000; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Sewer Utility sent written “Notice and Request for Recommendation on the Use of a PLA” to interested parties on January 12, 2021; and
WHEREAS, the City received one response from the Saint Paul Building and Construction Trades Council, which stated “safety, multi-craft, dollar amount, length of project” as reasons they recommend a PLA; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the use of a PLA will ensure a harmonious, continuous and stable workforce, which in turn will ensure the Sewer Maintenance Generator Installation and Pump Station Repair Projects will be completed without work stoppage or interruption and in a manner that ensures utmost attention to safety and timeliness; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the City Council hereby approves the use of a PLA on the Sewer Maintenance Generator Installation and Pump Station Repair Projects; and, be it further
RESOLVED, that the execution of a PLA by the project contractor shall be required in the bid specifications; and be it finally
RESOLVED, that the proper city officials are hereby authorized and directed to take such further actions and execute such documents as are necessary to implement this resolution.