HomeMy WebLinkAboutA021 - Resolution approving preliminary plans and specifications for the Load Center Replacement at the Power PlantITEM #:23
DATE:10-14-25
DEPT:ELEC
SUBJECT:LOAD CENTER REPLACEMENT AT THE POWER PLANT
COUNCIL ACTION FORM
BACKGROUND:
There are six load centers that take power off the generator bus bar and distribute it out to the
different equipment in the Power Plant. The current load centers are built for old, obsolete
breakers which makes it difficult to find replacement parts and maintain a reliable electric
source. The load centers also do not have up-to-date equipment with features that would allow
them to more easily be operated safely.
On October 24, 2023, City Council awarded a contract to Farris Engineering, of Omaha,
Nebraska to design the replacement load centers at the Power Plant. The plans and
specifications for procurement and installation of the equipment are complete and ready to bid
the work.
Funding for the Load Center Replacement project will come from the FY 2025/26 CIP account
where there is a current balance of $1,301,130. The engineer's estimate for this project is
$560,000.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Approve preliminary plans and specifications for the Load Center Replacement at the
Power Plant, and set November 12, 2025, as the bid due date, and November 18, 2025,
as date of Public Hearing and award of contract.
2. Do not proceed with the project at this time.
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDED ACTION:
The load centers are important pieces of equipment for operation of the Power Plant.
The current equipment is obsolete and lacking in improved safety features that are
common on newer equipment. Replacement of the equipment is a planned and
budgeted CIP project. Therefore, it is the recommendation of the City Manager that the City
Council adopt Alternative No. 1 as stated above.
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