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MAR 6 1985 BOOK 60 P,, U. III George Bail, of Frizzell Architects, noted that the low bidder was low by a substantial amount; he therefore, called them and determined that, although they would,have been happier not to leave so much money on the table, they felt confident in their figures and were eager to be awarded the contract. Mr. Bail informed the Board that RSH Constructors has an excellent reputation; he has had good experience with them on the St. John's jail, and he has no hesitancy in recommending that they be awarded the contract. Mr. Bail then reviewed Alternate 1, noting that roller chain is more flexible and less likely to jam, staff would prefer it, and they, accordingly, recommend this alternate be accepted, which will result in a credit of $1,500. Commissioner Bird felt it was interesting that the low bidder gave us a credit on this while the second low bidder wanted to charge over a hundred thousand dollars additional for the same item. Mr. Bail could not account for this. Mr. Bail felt the alternate on roofing is very good and recommended that it be accepted, but noted that Alternate 3 re solar heating is more of a question. General Services Director Dean reported that there is a system on the market that can be used with the type units we are putting in; it is less expensive to install and the savings may be more. He would like to give this information to the architect for consideration. Chairman Lyons was in favor of getting another reading on the savings involved, and Commissioner Scurlock noted that there is a recovery time of 15 years. Commissioner Bird asked if the jail is being constructed so the solar equipment could be added at a later time, and Mr. Bail felt sure it could. Commissioner Scurlock wanted further assurance that the contractor is confident with their low bid. He believed we have hired a very competent architect and he looked forward to building the jail without a lot of change orders. 70