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CC - Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with MB Herzog Electric, Inc. in an Amount Not-To-Exceed $39,820.00 (Plus $3,982.00 in Contingency Authority) for the Replacement of 15 Existing Light Poles and Fixtures at Media Park.
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Meeting Date: October 10, 2016
Contact Person/Dept: Eric Mirzaian/Public Works
Phone Number: (310) 253-6444
Fiscal Impact: Yes [x] No [] General Fund: Yes [x] No []
Public Hearing: [] Action Item: [] Attachments: [x]
Commission Action Required: Yes [] No [x] Date:
Public Notification: (E-Mail) Meetings and Agendas - City Council (10/04/2016)
Department Approval: Charles D. Herbertson, Director of Public Works/City Engineer (10/03/16)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council approve a professional services agreement with MB Herzog Electric, Inc. (MB) in an amount not-to-exceed $39,820.00 (plus $3,982.00 in contingency authority) for the replacement of 15 existing light poles and fixtures at Media Park.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
The 15 existing lights in Media Park provide lighting to a pathway that leads to the entrance/exit of the Ivy Sub-station, which is used for theatrical performances. Though both the park and Ivy Sub-station facility lie within the City of Los Angeles jurisdictional boundary, the City of Culver City is responsible for the maintenance through an existing lease agreement with the City of Los Angeles.
Over the years, the light fixtures have been prone to damage resulting from vandalism by having objects thrown at them or having the inspection covers removed. The proposed work will include replacing the existing poles and fixtures. The new poles will be taller (15' compared to the current 11') to make the lights harder to vandalize and the inspection covers will be welded (in lieu of using screws) to prevent removal. The new fixtures will be have Light ...
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