HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Contract for Engineering Services to Design Standby Generation at Power Plant RESOLUTION NO. 23-561
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES
TO DESIGN STANDBY GENERATION AT THE POWER PLANT
FOR THE CITY OF AMES,IOWA
WHEREAS, there are two battery banks within the Power Plant responsible for powering
controls systems and emergency oil pumps for critical systems such as hydrogen seals and turbine
bearings. The battery banks can provide a limited window of power during loss of internal
generation or grid power. A backup or standby generator can provide power to these critical
systems if power is lost, similar to what happened during the 2020 derecho. This contract is to
provide engineering services to design standby generation for the Ames Power Plant; and,
WHEREAS, on the 17th day of July, 2023, a Request for Proposals was posted to
AmesBids. On the 23rd day of August, 2023, the Purchasing Division received three proposals.
After evaluating the proposals, staff determined that the proposal from Farris Engineering of
Omaha, Nebraska, demonstrated the best project understanding and presented the best qualified
professionals for this project.
WHEREAS, the approved FY 2023/24 Capital Improvements Plan includes $200,000 for
engineering for the project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa,
that award of contract to Farris Engineering,Omaha,Nebraska,for Engineering Services to Design
Standby Generation at the Power Plant in an amount not to exceed $100,118 is hereby approved.
ADOPTED THIS 24th day of October, 2023.
Renee Nall, City Clerk John A. Haila, Mayor
Introduced by: Beatty-Hansen
Seconded by: Corrieri
Voting aye: Beatty-Hansen, Betcher, Corrieri, Gartin, Junck, Rollins
Voting nay: None Absent: None
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 24th day of October, 2023.