HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Resolution approving the report of rapid needs purchase with RMS Energy, of Little Falls, MN, for repairs to electric transformer in the amount of $221,680.46RESOLUTION NO. 26-140
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE REPORT OF RAPID NEEDS PURCHASE
WITH RMS ENERGY, OF LITTLE FALLS, MN,
FOR REPAIRS TO THE DAYTON AVENUE SUBSTATION TRANSFORMER
FOR THE CITY OF AMES, IOWA
WHEREAS, during a routine weekly inspection in September 2025, it was noted
that there was a significant oil leak from the Dayton Avenue 69 kV -13.8 kV transformer.
This transformer is the main transformer that feeds the City’s Industrial load, including
customers such as Amcor, Danfoss, and 3M. The load was temporarily shifted to two
other transformers within the same substation; and,
WHEREAS, while these two other transformers are the contingency plan for this
type of emergency, they are not intended to handle this extra load for an extended
duration. Returning the main transformer back to service as soon as possible was
essential to allow the load to be distributed back to normal levels and prevent damage to
the backup transformers; and,
WHEREAS, City staff decided to implement Rapid Needs Purchases for the
materials and repair of the transformer. Repairs have been completed to critical electric
infrastructure through this process, and a report to the City Council is required.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames,
Iowa, that the report of rapid needs purchase with RMS Energy, of Little Falls, MN, for
repairs to the Dayton Avenue Substation transformer in the amount of $221,680.46 is
hereby approved.
ADOPTED THIS 10th day of March, 2026.
_______________________________ _________________________________
Renee Hall, City Clerk John A. Haila, Mayor
Introduced by: Betcher
Seconded by: Junck
Voting aye: Beatty-Hansen, Betcher, Junck, Gartin, Rollins
Voting nay: None Absent: Corrieri
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 10th day of March, 2026.