Explanation
BACKGROUND: The purpose of this legislation is to authorize the Director of Finance and Management to enter into a contract with Utility Supply and Construction Company and Peak Electric Inc. for the purchase and delivery of LED luminaires for the Division of Power. The LED luminaires (street light fixtures) and related components will be used to maintain existing street lights as well as for new construction for future development within the City.
The Purchasing Office advertised and solicited competitive bids in accordance with the relevant provisions of City Code Chapter 329 relating to competitive bidding (RFQ016799). Ninety-Three(93) bidders were solicited and Five (5) bids were received and opened on November 12, 2020.
After a review of the bids, the lowest bid for Items #10 through #50 and #100 was Utility Supply and Construction Company. Tesla, Inc. was the lowest bidder for Items #60 through #80, but the specifications stated "No Alternates" will be accepted, bid items to match existing equipment. Tesla quoted Howard Lighting Products, so The Division of Power recommends Items #60 through #80 be awarded to Utility Supply and Construction Company for a total amount of $571,461.95 as the most responsive and responsible and best bidder. Item #90 will be awarded to Peak Electric Inc. in the amount of $25,023.00 as the lowest responsive and responsible and best bidder.
EMERGENCY DESIGNATION: This legislation is being submitted as an emergency in order to complete the purchase of the goods and service prior to the year end.
The company is not debarred according to the Excluded Party Listing System of the Federal Government or prohibited from being awarded a contract according to the Auditor of State Unresolved Findings for Recovery Certified Search.
SUPPLIER: Utility Supply and Construction Company. Vendor #007513 CC#38-1783949 expires 11/27/21 (MAJ)
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