To: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
From: ANDREW WINJE, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
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APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH ABM ELECTRICAL & LIGHTING SOLUTIONS, INC. TO REPLACE THE UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SUPPLY UNIT THAT SUPPORTS EMERGENCY EGRESS LIGHTING AT THE REDONDO BEACH PERFORMING ARTS CENTER FOR A COST NOT TO EXCEED $337,468, INCLUDING A 10% CONTINGENCY
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Approval of the agreement with ABM Electrical & Lighting Solutions, Inc. (ABM) would allow for replacement of the uninterruptible power supply (UPS) unit at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center. The existing unit, which provides instant back-up power to the facility in the event the primary power source fails, is over 20 years old and has exceeded its useful life. The cost for all labor, equipment, and materials needed to replace the UPS unit would not exceed $337,468, including a 10% contingency. The new unit is planned for installation within 6 months of contract execution.
BACKGROUND
The electrical system at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center contains a UPS unit that provides power to the facility in the event the energy supply from Southern California Edison fails. The unit senses supply failures and instantly provides battery power to illuminate walkways, hallways, and emergency exits to comply with building codes and to allow facility users to exit the building safely. The existing UPS has been in place since the Performing Arts Center opened over 20 years ago, and has exceeded its useful life.
ABM Electrical Solutions of Tustin, California has submitted a proposal to replace the existing UPS unit for a cost not to exceed $337,468, including a 10% contingency. The service would include:
* Providing and installing a 16,700 k/VA Myers Illuminator CIII Emergency Lighting Inverter unit
* Removal and disposal of the existing unit and equipment
* A top-mount enclosure
* Seismic bracing
* 13 circuit breakers
* 15-year prorated warranty batteries
* Manufacturer startup and...
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