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Water & Wastewater Commission Review and Recommendation Government that Works for All COA Strategic Direction: March 9, 2022 Commission Meeting Date: Council Meeting Date: Department: Financial Services Department Anna Bryan-Borja March 24, 2022 Client: Agenda Item Recommend approval to amend a contract with L.J. Power, Inc. d/b/a L.J. Power Generators for continued generator maintenance, purchase, and repair services, to increase the amount by $1,105,000, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $3,084,000. Austin Water’s total requested authorization is $300,000. Amount and Source of Funding Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Contract Amendment August 18, 2016 – Council approved the original contract, item 56, on an 11-0 vote. March 9, 2022 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. reviewed for subcontracting opportunities This contract was in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9C Minority Owned and Women Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program. For the goods and services required for this contract, there were insufficient subcontracting opportunities and an insufficient number of certified M/WBEs; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Purchasing Language: Prior Council Action: Boards and Commission Action: MBE/WBE: The contract provides inspection, maintenance, repair, and purchase of back-up generators for City facilities. The generators are inspected and have preventative maintenance performed quarterly and annually. More than 35 locations are covered under this contract. The services provided under the contract meet the National Fire Protection Association standard for emergency and standby power systems. In addition to preventative maintenance, the contract also provides routine and emergency repair services. In the event a generator is being serviced or repaired, and a need for a generator is identified, the contractor will provide a temporary replacement generator until the City’s unit is returned. The increased authorization will allow for the purchase of back-up generators to continue operations in the event of an emergency or disaster ensuring essential personnel have access to the City network and the essential function of all workspaces. Contract Detail: Contract Term Initial Term Extension Option 1 Extension Option 2 Extension Option 3 Contract Amendment Extension Option 4 Proposed Amendment TOTAL Length of Term 2 yrs. 1 yr. 1 yr. 1 yr. 1 yr. 6 yrs. Current Contract Authorization $717,000 $300,000 $300,000 $300,000 $ 62,000 $300,000 $1,979,000 Requested Additional Authorization $1,105,000 $1,105,000 Revised Total Authorization $717,000 $300,000 $300,000 $300,000 $ 62,000 $300,000 $1,105,000 $3,084,000 Note: Contract Authorization amounts are based on the City’s estimated annual usage.