Port of Portland may increase Hoffman contract

By: Justin Carinci//February 8, 2010//

Port of Portland may increase Hoffman contract

Justin Carinci//February 8, 2010//

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The Port of Portland will consider a proposal to increase its contract with Hoffman Construction by $2.75 million for the port headquarters building. The change would also push the substantial completion date from March 1 to April 18.

The changes would add work outside of the existing contract, worth $191 million, including improvements requested by port officials, modifications required by the Federal Aviation Administration and improvements recommended by insurance underwriters.

According to a report by owner’s representative Karl Schulz, weather delays and increased scope caused a later-than-expected completion date.

The port commission will consider the changes at its Wednesday meeting, 9:30 a.m. at 121 N.W. Everett St.