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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM: Authorization to Publish a Notice Inviting Bids for Replacement and Installation of Compressed Natural Gas Equipment at the City's Transportation Facility.
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Contact Person/Dept.: Paul Condran/TRANS
Phone Number: 310-253-6520
Fiscal Impact: Yes [] No [X] General Fund: Yes [] No [X]
Public Hearing: [] Action Item: [] Attachments: Yes [] No []
Commission Action Required: Yes [] No [X] Date:
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Public Notification: (E-Mail) Meetings and Agendas - City Council (07/08/15)
Department Approval: Art Ida (06/16/15)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council authorize the publication of a Notice Inviting Bids for the replacement and installation of new compressed natural gas (CNG) equipment to enhance existing fueling facilities.
BACKGROUND:
The City operates one of the largest CNG fleets in the country and has been recognized consistently among the top ranking fleets in the United States. The City's CNG compressors were originally placed in service in 1998 and have been through several major overhauls and repairs. Because of their age and changes in technology, the parts needed for continued service and operation are now out of production.
DISCUSSION:
In the City Council Adopted Budget for Fiscal Year 2013/2014, the City Council approved the Transportation Department Work Plan item to "replace two (2) CNG refueling station compressors which have reached the end of their useful life." After taking the necessary time to evaluate technology requirements for maximum and long-term application of new and expanded natural gas operations/fuel usage requirements, staff recommends the release of a RFP for the replacement and installation of CNG equipment to enhance existing fueling facilities. This will all...
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