HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Contract for coal feeder systems conversion RESOLUTION NO. 06-005
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR
CONVERSION OF COAL FEEDER SYSTEMS
FOR ELECTRIC SERVICES DEPARTMENT
FOR THE CITY OF AMES, IOWA
WHEREAS,coal feeders are used to weigh and control the amount of coal used in the boiler,
and the mechanical devices were part of the coal feed system installed in 1982; and,
WHEREAS, an electronic system is more accurate and reliable; and,
WHEREAS,the original equipment provider,Stock Equipment Company of Chicago,Illinois,
has submitted proposals to convert the existing mechanical systems to electronic systems on four
feeders at a total cost of$123,254, plus applicable sales taxes; and,
WHEREAS, the purchasing policies require formal competitive bids for purchases of
equipment costing more than$50,000,however,this type of upgrade is only available from the original
equipment provider.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames,Iowa,that
the formal bidding requirements are waived and the award of contract to Stock Equipment Company
of Chicago,Illinois,for the conversion of coal feeders from mechanical to electronic at a total cost of
$123,254, plus applicable sales taxes, is hereby approved.
ADOPTED THIS 1 Oth day of January, 2006.
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Diane R. Voss, City Clerk Ann H. Campbell, Mayor
Introduced by: Goodhue
Seconded by: Rice
Voting aye: Doll, Goodhue, Goodman, Mahayni, Popken, Rice
Voting nay: None Absent: None
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 10th day of January, 2006.