Reedsburg, Wisconsin Development News

Council Votes to Rebid Fieldhouse Flooring Project Amidst Bidder Alternatives and Specification Debates

The council reviewed bids for the fieldhouse flooring project, with a focus on the differences between two primary bids: ProStar Surface and Basement Bros. Incorporated. ProStar bid according to the original specifications, including fans for the flooring system, while Basement Bros proposed an alternative, potentially less expensive poured rubber floor without fans, citing studies that suggest fans are unnecessary for the size of the area. There was also discussion about the longevity and repairability of the different flooring types, with concern raised about the difficulty of repairing poured floors versus rolled flooring. The council also considered a prior relationship between a tenant and ProStar, and a potential past negative experience with Basement Bros. Ultimately, the council decided to rebid the project to ensure specifications, particularly regarding the fans, are met, and to obtain a clearer, updated cost, acknowledging the potential delay this would cause before the December 15th completion deadline.