Dock Repairs & Maintenance. (Roll Call)

City Council Agenda Item Report

FROM:

Scott Herbert – Public Works Superintendent

MEETING DATE:

December 8, 2025

SUBJECT:

Dock Repairs & Maintenance

DESCRIPTION: The City of Saugatuck has several assets along the Kalamazoo River that need repair and/or maintenance. These needs were identified by residents, DK Construction, the Dockmaster at Sergeant Marina, and Public Works staff. The scope of work is outlined across the three locations below: The Shopper Dock at Coghlin Park – Several residents reported damage to the shopper dock presumably caused by a boat colliding forcefully with the structure this past fall. The force from the impact dislodged the posts at the end of the dock leaving the platform raised up and uneven. While inspecting the structure, it was identified that other posts need extensions so that the dock can move along with changing water levels. The City Treasurer is working on an insurance claim to help recover costs. Total cost is $7,825.00. Transient Slips at Griffith Street-End – The Dockmaster at Sergeant Marina identified some of the City-owned transient slips need repairs, primarily due to rotted wood. Dock 48/49 needs a new dock pile, dock 50/51 needs 6 new dock pilings and 3 spring pilings, and the work proposed includes the removal of an unsightly floating dock that is no longer in use. Total cost is $24,250.00. Willow Park Deck – Posts have been pulled up due to freeze/thaw cycles leaving the deck uneven. The work involves removing the railing, driving down the posts, releveling the deck, and reinstalling the railing to make the platform level again. Total cost is $1,650.00. Due to the specialized nature of marine construction and equipment currently being staged in the Saugatuck harbor, Public Works considers these to be unique circumstances in which the need to subject this project to competitive bidding is exempt. BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: The FY 2024/2025 budget includes $65,000 for seawall, pilings, and boardwalk repairs. COMMITTEE/COMMISSION REVIEW: N/A

LEGAL REVIEW: N/A SAMPLE MOTION: Motion to waive competitive bidding due to the unique circumstances in the staff memo and approve the proposal submitted by DK Construction Inc. to repair the shopper dock, transient slips, and Willow Park deck in the amount of $33,725.00.

DK CONSTRUCTION, INC. DOCKS SEAWALLS PILEDRIVING DREDGING WELDING REPAIRS 346 WEST 15TH STREET HOLLAND, MI 49423

PH-616-494-0970 FAX-616-494-0980 www.DKConstruction.com DKCons@sbcglobal.net

DATE: October 9, 2025 TO: Michelle Gibson RE: City of Saugatuck 60 Griffith Street Saugatuck, MI 49453

EMAIL: mgibson@saugatuckcity.com

Quote Floating Dock Repair Furnish crew, equipment and all materials to remove the existing low/submerged five (5) 4” spud pile, weld 5’ of additional pipe and re-drive straight to level the existing floating dock. Pipe pile to be driven to match the existing pile heights. Drive down one (1) far Northwest pile that is higher than the rest. Electrical and plumbing not included, if required. Includes: • 4” Steel Pipe Extensions – 5’ Lengths FOR THE SUM OF: $7,825.00 Wood Dock Pile – Slip 48/49 Furnish crew, equipment and all materials to remove and dispose of one (1) wood dock pile. Install one (1) new wood dock pile in the same location. Re-use the existing cross braces, frame and decking. Includes: • One (1) Wood Pile – Southeast End Pile • New ¾” Through Bolts and Hardware FOR THE SUM OF: $2,100.00 Wood Dock Pile – Slip 50/51 Furnish crew, equipment and all materials to remove and dispose of six (6) wood dock pile. Install six (6) new wood dock pile in the same location. Re-use the existing cross braces, frame and decking. Includes: • Six (6) Wood Pile • New ¾” Through Bolts and Hardware FOR THE SUM OF: $12,600.00 Wood Spring Pile – Slip 51 Furnish crew, equipment and all materials to remove and dispose of three (3) wood spring pile. Install three (3) new wood spring pile in the same location. Includes: • Three (3) Wood Pile – East Side FOR THE SUM OF: $5,700.00 Existing Floating Dock Removal – Slip 52/53 Furnish crew, equipment and all materials to remove and dispose of the existing old floating dock. Disposal to be done off-site. The existing pile, dock frame and decking to remain in place. Electrical and plumbing not included, if required. FOR THE SUM OF: $3,850.00 Willow Park – Fishing Pier Repair Furnish crew, equipment and all materials to remove the existing railing as needed. Drive down two (2) existing wood pile and level deck frame. Reinstall existing railing. FOR THE SUM OF: $1,650.00

TERMS: 1/2 DOWN WITH BALANCE DUE UPON COMPLETION 55

DK CONSTRUCTION, INC. 346 West 15th Street HOLLAND, MI 49423 PH-616-494-0970 FAX -616-494-0980 dkcons@sbcglobal.net

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