Explanation
This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to enter into a contract renewal with Gable Elevator, Inc. for elevator maintenance services for the Division of Sewerage and Drainage (DOSD).
Ordinance 3347-2022 authorized the current contract. Ordinance 2343-2023 modified the contract to add funding through the end of the contract period. This contract renewal will extend the contract for an additional year, from February 22, 2024, to February 21, 2025, with the option for two more one-year renewal periods, contingent upon mutual agreement, availability of budgeted funds, and approval by City Council.
The contract renewal will continue to provide elevator maintenance services for DOSD facilities, including the Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant, Jackson Pike Wastewater Treatment Plant, and Sewer Maintenance Operations Center Facility. The scope of work includes inspection, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair or replacement of failed components, and software updates for the elevators and associated equipment.
The economic impact of the contract renewal lies in ensuring the proper functioning of the elevators, which aids in the operation of plant processes and equipment and ensures the safety of personnel. There are no community outreach or environmental factors considered for this project.
The Department of Public Utilities solicited competitive bids for elevator maintenance services in accordance with the relevant provisions of Chapter 329 of the Columbus City Codes. RFQ023154 was opened on November 16, 2022 and two (2) bids were received, one which was deemed non responsive. The contract was originally bid as a one (1) year contract with the option for three (3) one (1) year renewals. This will be the first renewal for the time period of February 22, 2024, to February 21, 2025, contingent upon mutual agreement and approval by City Council; and
This Ordinance authorizes the first one-year renewal o...
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