HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 26-R-26, Approval of Contract Award with Fowler Services, Inc. for Demolition of City-Owned Property Located at 727-39 Howard (Bid 26-10) (1) (1) (1) (1)
03/23/2026
26-R-26
A RESOLUTION
Authorizing the City Manager to
Execute an Agreement with Fowler Services for Demolition Services
WHEREAS, the City of Evanston, in the interest of revitalizing Howard Street,
wishes to demolish two vacant buildings located at 727-29 Howard Street and 739
Howard Street to prepare the site for sale and future residential development; and
WHEREAS, the City issued BID 26-10 on January 29, 2026, outlining the scope
of asbestos removal and demolition services required; and
WHEREAS, on February 24, 2026, the City received five bids, and Fowler
Services submitted the lowest complete and compliant bid that also complies with the
City's Responsible Bidders Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, City staff recommends awarding a contract to Fowler Services for
asbestos removal and demolition services in an amount not to exceed $112,750.00; and
WHEREAS, the Evanston City Council believes entering into an Agreement with
Fowler Services is in the best interests of the citizens of Evanston,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EVANSTON, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS:
SECTION 1: That the City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to sign,
and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to attest on behalf of the City of
Evanston, an Agreement between the City and Fowler Services for asbestos removal
and demolition services in an amount not to exceed $112,750.00.
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SECTION 2: That the City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to
negotiate any terms of an Agreement as may be determined to be in the best interests
of the City.
SECTION 3: That this Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after
its passage, approval, and publication in the manner provided by law.
_______________________________
Daniel Biss, Mayor
Attest:
______________________________
Stephanie Mendoza, City Clerk
Adopted: __________________, 20__
Approved as to form:
______________________________
Alexandra B. Ruggie, Corporation Counsel
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