Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of Columbus Water and Power to modify and renew a contract with Quasar Energy Group for the transport and application of biosolids to no-till pasture lands and Ohio Department of Natural Resources Abandoned Minelands (AML) at Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA) approved rates in compliance with Ohio Administrative Code 3745-40.
The contractor is responsible for site permitting, calculation of agronomic rates, transfer of biosolids and maintenance of equipment, scheduling of application, and monthly and annual reporting. This represents a new, innovative biosolids beneficial reuse outlet as part of the City’s 100% Beneficial Reuse Program.
The contract modification amount being authorized by this ordinance is $1,400,000.00.
Procurement:
The Department of Columbus Water and Power solicited competitive bids in accordance with the relevant provisions of Chapter 329 of City Code relating to professional service contracts. RFP029545 was posted and three proposals were received and opened on March 7th, 2025. Discussions and negotiations with the selected firm resulted in the award of the contract to Quasar Energy Group.
CONTRACT AMOUNTS / TIMELINE
The original contract authorized by ORD 0279-2026 was for a duration of one (1) year with the option to renew annually for three (3) additional one (1) year periods upon mutual agreement between the parties, availability of budgeted funds and approval by City Council. This Ordinance authorizes the first on year renewal option and is being submitted in accordance with the relevant provisions of Chapter 329 of City Code.
1. Amount of additional funds: The total amount of additional funds needed for this contract modification No. 1 is ADD $1,400,000.00.
2. Reason additional funds were not foreseen: Anticipated renewal. The original contract allows for three (3) extension periods on a year to year basis. This modification No. 1 is to provide the funding...
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