Agenda Item
City Council
Item #: 3.8. 12/13/2022 File #: 22-0674
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
THRU: Tom Kisela, Interim City Manager
FROM: Christopher Cash, Public Works Director
1. SUBJECT
Award of Contract to Tess Electric, Inc. for electrical improvements at Wells 23 and 24.
2. SUMMARY
Three contractors were solicited, and Tess Electric, Inc. of Riverside was the only responsive bid with a proposal to complete the work for $35,532.
3. RECOMMENDED ACTION
Approve the contract with Tess Electric, Inc. in the amount of $35,532 for electrical improvements at Wells 23 and 24; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
4. FISCAL IMPACT
The total expenditure for this contract is $35,532 and will be funded through Water Fund (600).
5. STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS
Goal 1: Provide for a safe community
b: Provide and maintain infrastructure necessary to ensure the safety of the public.
Goal 4: Provide outstanding public service
b: Provide facilities and services to meet customer expectations.
6. DISCUSSION AND BACKGROUND
Both Wells 23 and 24 were out of service for over a year to accommodate the installation of PFAS treatment systems. As a precautionary practice, a thorough inspection was conducted prior to the wells being put back in service. Upon meeting with three electrical contractors who have been working with the Public Works Water Division over the years, it was recommended that the soft starters for the boosters at Well 24 be replaced, and new soft starters be installed at Well 23, which was originally constructed without these units. These soft starters are equipped to help enable a smooth startup of the motor by eliminating stresses on the motor and electrical cable and help prolong the life of the motors.
Through an informal bid process, the Public Works Water Division met with three electrical contractors at the sites and requested for bids for these improvements. Two contractors: Halcyon Electric and Electrical Service Solutions, Inc. were unable to submit a bid due to scheduling conflicts.
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Item #: 3.8. 12/13/2022 File #: 22-0674
Tess Electric Inc.’s bid came in at $35,532, which is considered reasonable.
The Water Division has worked with Tess Electric, Inc. on several projects in past years and has found them to be very responsive to our calls, as well as very familiar with our equipment and safety requirements.
7. ATTACHMENTS
· Contract with Tess Electric, Inc.
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