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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 10 - UPS Battery ReplacementsMEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER MEETING DATE: JULY 7, 2026 SUBJECT: PURCHASE OF UPS BATTERY REPLACEMENTS FOR LIBRARY AND CITY HALL RECOMMENDATION: City Council to consider approval for the purchase of UPS battery replacements for the Library and City Hall from Lofton Innovation, LLC. for the IT Department. FUNDING SOURCE: Funds are available in the Capital Equipment Fund for a total amount not to exceed $52,200. BACKGROUND: This purchase will replace two end -of -life uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) located at City Hall and the Library. Each unit is approximately 20 years old, and replacement parts and batteries have become increasingly difficult to obtain. These UPS systems provide essential backup power to the network infrastructure in both facilities, ensuring continuity of operations during electrical service interruptions. This purchase will be made in accordance with an existing interlocal agreement with The General Services Administration (GSA) as allowed by Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 271 and Texas Government Code, Chapter 791. Bids were taken by the Cooperative, and a contract was awarded to Lofton Innovation, LLC. The IT and Purchasing staff reviewed the contract for departmental specification compliance and pricing and determined that the contract would provide the best product and pricing for meeting the needs of the City. Staff recommends approval AP/LW