Explanation
This legislation authorizes the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to modify and increase the power distribution installation and restoration services contract with New River Electrical Corporation by $600,000.00.
The original contract was intended to be used for overall system improvements, including installation of pad-mount switches and circuit improvements, specifically in the Downtown area; setting poles, installing conductors, and the removal of each, as needed; and any other such work as may be necessary. The most recent, and third, modification was executed to continue these improvements. This fourth modification is necessary to ensure there are no gaps in electric service provision prior to the end of the current contract.
The Director of the Department of Public Utilities publicly opened five bids on July 31, 2019. New River Electrical Corporation was deemed to be the lowest, best, most responsive and responsible bidder. The original contract was for a period of one (1) year from the date of execution through and including October 22, 2020, with the option to renew for two (2) additional one (1) year periods based upon mutual agreement, availability of funding, and approval by Columbus City Council.
This modification is to add funding to the contract to ensure electrical distribution installation and restoration services continue to be provided through October 22, 2022. If further unforeseen issues or difficulties are encountered that require additional funding or time, another modification would be requested.
This Ordinance is being submitted in accordance with the relevant provisions of Chapter 329 of City Code pertaining to contract modifications.
1. Amount of additional funds: Total amount of additional funding needed for this contract modification is $600,000.00. Total contract amount including this modification is $4,800,000.00.
2. Reason additional funds were n...
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