HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 13 - Generator InstallationMEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
MEETING DATE: FEBRUARY 15, 2022
SUBJECT: INSTALLATION OF TWO GENERATORS AND TRANSFER SWITCHES
FOR THE BLUFFS AND RUSSWOOD LIFT STATIONS
RECOMMENDATION: City Council to consider approval for the installation of two generators and
transfer switches for the Bluffs and Russwood lift stations from Carlisle
Power System, Inc. for the Public Works Department.
FUNDING SOURCE: Funds are available in the Utility Enterprise Fund for a total amount not to
exceed $25,547.
BACKGROUND: This purchase is for the electrical installation of two generators and
transfer switches currently owned by the City that need to be relocated.
One generator is from Fire Station #1 (which has a new one with the
renovation project) and the other is from the old IT building (which was
torn down for the new parking lot at Worth and Barton Streets). This
equipment will be installed at two City sewer lift stations.
Quotes were taken in accordance with City Purchasing Policy. Formal bids
and advertisements are not required for purchases under $50,000. Three
vendors submitted quotations. Carlisle Power System submitted the
lowest responsive and responsible quote meeting specifications.
Carlisle Power System $25,547.
Brandon and Clark, Inc. $40,802.
Conti $57,203.
Staff recommends approval.
JH/LW