Submitted By: Lisa M. Crouthamel
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Presentation By: Doug Peebles
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Department: Electric Utility
STAFF RECOMMENDATION (Motion Ready):
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Approve the purchase of two autotransformers from PTI Transformers, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $8,070,340
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OCALA’S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Operational Excellence
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
Bid released to Public: 4/13/23
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BACKGROUND:
Dearmin substation is located in the Southeast quadrant of the City’s electrical system. This substation is one of three substations that house autotransformers. Dearmin substation houses two 230kV autotransformers that are 45 years old and projected to exceed their maximum limit by 2027. These autotransformers convert 230,000 volts (230kV) to 69,000 volts (69kV), then transmit to all other substations. Reliability planning for future load growth requires replacing the existing transformers with upgraded transformers.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
On April 13, 2023, the City issued its Invitation to Bid (“ITB”) No.: ELE/230196 Autotransformers- Dearmin Substation to the public. The bid closed on May 30, 2023, with two vendors submitting bids. PTI Transformers, Inc. was found to be the lowest bidder meeting all required specifications.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Funding for this project is budgeted in account #332-032-167-531-69-65010.
PROCUREMENT REVIEW:
These goods and services were procured in compliance with the City’s Procurement Policy.
LEGAL REVIEW:
This Agreement will be reviewed and approved for form and legality by City Attorney, William E. Sexton.
ALTERNATIVE:
• Approve with Changes
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• Deny