Submitted By: Marie Brooks
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Presentation By: Doug Peebles
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Department: Electric Utility
FORMAL TITLE:
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Purchase of S&C Electric’s TripSaver II reclosers in an estimated amount of $121,008
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OCALA’S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Fiscally Sustainable, Operational Excellence
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
N/A
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BACKGROUND:
The S&C TripSaver II recloser is a protective device used on the electric distribution system to reduce customer outages. When a temporary problem occurs, such as a tree limb, wildlife, or lightning, a traditional fuse may blow, requiring a crew to respond and replace it before power can be restored. The TripSaver II can automatically restore power when the problem clears, reducing outage time and the need for a crew to respond.
In October 2022, OEU standardized the S&C TripSaver II recloser. The TripSaver II is designed to fit directly into an existing fuse cutout. This allows OEU to replace the existing fuse barrel without reframing or making significant changes to the pole, reducing installation time and cost. The TripSaver II reclosers help improve system reliability, reduce customer outage time, and reduce unnecessary crew and vehicle responses.
Stuart C. Irby Co. has been approved and verified as the sole-source supplier for S&C TripSaver II reclosers.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
OEU has standardized the S&C TripSaver II recloser to improve reliability on the electric distribution system. The City has approved and verified the supplier as a sole-source supplier under the City’s Procurement Policy.
This purchase will maintain adequate inventory to support OEU’s ongoing maintenance and reliability needs. Expenditures will be tracked for Fiscal Year 2026 under City Contract No. WHS/261087.
Staff recommends approval.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Items will be purchased through inventory and accounted for in account #457-141-000-000-41-14100. Departments will adhere to budgeted expenditures for items issued.
PROCUREMENT REVIEW:
These goods were procured in compliance with the City’s procurement policy.
LEGAL REVIEW:
N/A. The terms and conditions in the City’s Purchase Order will govern this purchase.
ALTERNATIVE:
• Approve with Changes
• Table
• Deny