PROFESSIONAL_SERVICESDISCUSSSED

City of Virden Finance Committee Meeting Minutes March 2026

Committee Reviews Northend Drainage Cost Options

additional $50,000 requested by contractor due to plastic pipe cost increases (Benton & Associates to propose options)City of Virden cityBENTON & ASSOCIATESMarch 26, 2026

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Description

During discussion of the Northend Drainage Project, the committee reviewed options from Benton & Associates to address a contractor’s $50,000 cost increase request tied to higher plastic pipe prices. Members agreed to work with Benton & Associates and the contractor to reduce or avoid the added cost while keeping the project progressing.

Contract Details

Contract Amount

additional $50,000 requested by contractor due to plastic pipe cost increases (Benton & Associates to propose options)

Vendor

BENTON & ASSOCIATES

Agency

City of Virden city, IL

Contract Type

PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES

Document Date

March 26, 2026

Contract Term

project contract dates from October 2, 2025, to at least March 24, 2026 (per contractor correspondence)

Renewal Info

The underlying construction contract experienced delays between bid and award, leading to a potential change order for $50,000. The committee directed further negotiation with Benton & Associates and the contractor instead of immediately approving the increase.