Explanation
1. BACKGROUND
This ordinance authorizes the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a service contract with K.N.S. Services, Inc. for the Watershed Camera Improvements project, C.I.P. Number 690411-100000, in an amount of up to $249,349.43.
The existing camera equipment at Hoover Dam is past its useful life, experiencing issues, and is no longer reliable. Due to its age, the equipment is difficult to maintain, and spare parts are hard to acquire. The camera system is an important tool for maintaining awareness of the dam and the surrounding environment. This contract will replace the entire existing system including cameras, cabling, and related equipment, with Genetec-compatible equipment in accordance with Department of Public Utilities (DPU) Emergency Preparedness/Security guidelines. The Division of Water (DOW) has coordinated with DPU Technology and DPU security staff regarding this work. Deficiencies in the existing camera system will also be addressed.
The Hoover Dam serves multiple planning areas so this falls under planning areas “99”.
1.1 Contract Amount
The contract amount is $249,349.43, which includes a contingency amount of $30,000 to fund needed and approved changes in the work. No contract modifications are anticipated at this time; however, construction exigency might later compel modification of this contract, if unforeseen difficulties are encountered.
Cost summary:
Quote Amount $219,349.43
Contingency $ 30,000.00
CONTRACT TOTAL $249,349.43
1.2 Timeline
It is anticipated the Notice To Proceed (NTP) will be issued in May 2026 and the project will be completed by May 31, 2027. The contract will continue until the work is complete and accepted by the City.
2. ECONOMIC IMPACT/ADVANTAGES; COMMUNITY OUTREACH; PROJECT DEVELOPMENT; ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS/ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT
The Hoover Dam provides a reliable raw water supply to our largest water treatment plant. The camera system is an importa...
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