Explanation
BACKGROUND: This ordinance authorizes the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a contract with Cornerstone Maintenance Services, Ltd. to provide HVAC and Air Purification Equipment Maintenance Services for the various facilities within the Department of Public Utilities, FEM Project No. 1505.3. The Department facilities that are currently in need of this contract are Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant, Jackson Pike Wastewater Treatment Plant, and the Compost Facility. Other Department facilities may be added in the future by modification. The work to be performed under this contract will involve HVAC & Air Purification units and their associated equipment and systems that require inspection, sampling, testing, troubleshooting, balancing, media replacement, maintenance, and repair or replacement of failed components. The work may also include updating of software for the various HVAC units or any HVAC associated equipment. Maintenance and repair of piping and ductwork are also considered part of the HVAC and Air Purification system and therefore part of the required work.
The Department of Public Utilities advertised and solicited competitive bids in accordance with Section 329. Two (2) bids (2 MAJ) were received and opened on June 6, 2018. The lowest bid from Cornerstone Maintenance Services, Ltd. is recommended for an award, as the lowest, responsive and responsible bid received. Their bid amount was $397,968.96. If unforeseen issues or difficulties are encountered that would require additional funding, a modification would be requested. The contract is for one (1) year from the date of execution by the City of Columbus, with the option to renew for three (3) additional years, on a year-to-year basis. Renewals require approval of the City and the Contractor and must be approved by City Council.
EMERGENCY DESIGNATION: This ordinance is being submitted as an emergency to allow for the prompt execution of the agreement in order to k...
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