The need for engineering services on this project is dependent on the City of Ludington securing grant funding through the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR). While all docks at Harbor View Marina (HVM) are in need of upgrades, a phased replacement approach is necessary to keep the project financially feasible. According to the Facility Assessment and Future Development Recommendations report completed by the DNR on February 25, 2020, the existing floating dock system was expected to remain functional for 5–10 more years, assuming consistent maintenance and continued use of ice suppression systems. Unfortunately, recent weather conditions have accelerated deterioration. During the past winter, significant ice drifts moved eastward into the basin and caused severe damage to "A" Dock, rendering it inoperable. Due to Ludington Harbor’s status as a deep-water working port, icebreaking operations are routine to keep commercial shipping lanes open. These activities can displace large chunks of ice, which frequently enter the marina basin and impact the docks. "A" Dock Configuration: - One 10 ft x 440 ft main walkway - Four (4) 4 ft x 30 ft finger piers - One (1) 5 ft x 30 ft ADA-accessible finger pier - Eight (8) 4 ft x 45 ft finger piers - One (1) 4 ft x 50 ft finger pier - Five (5) 4 ft x 60 ft finger piers - One (1) 8 ft x 115 ft T-pier - Slip spacing is 35 feet for 30- and 45-foot slips, and 40 feet for the 50- and 60-foot slips. The dock’s electrical and water systems have not been updated since the marina was constructed. Current utility provisions include: - One 30-amp electrical service per 30 ft slip - 30- and 50-amp service for each 45 ft slip - 50-amp service for all 50- and 60-ft slips - 50- and 100-amp service on the T-pier - Water and cable television at each slip Fire protection is provided via a built-in dry hydrant system. Engineering Services include, but are not limited to: - Preparing Documents for competitive bids/quotes - Designing Electrical systems and all other utilities - Designing Abutments - Securing proper permits - Project scheduling – Marina Manager will act as the general contractor; however, engineering firm will be responsible for scheduling RFP scope items as defined in this section to ensure the project timeline stays on schedule - As-needed Materials Testing - Surveying the placement of the abutment - Preparing grant reimbursement documents
