HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - January 16, 2008 E-03AGENDA ITEM 13
CITY OF LODI
NW COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
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AGENDA TITLE: Approve Request for Proposal (RFP) for Acceptance Testing and
Commissioning of the Killelea Substation Rehabilitation Project (EUD)
MEETING DATE: January 16,2008
PREPARED B Y Electric Utility Director
RECOMMENDEDACTION: Approve issuance of a Requestfor Proposal to perform acceptance testing
and commissioning of the Killelea Substation Rehabilitation Project.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The rehabilitation of the Killelea Substation is currently ongoing. The
project includes the modification of the existing 60kV system, installation of
new 12kV switchgear, construction of new control building, installation of
updated communications and security systems, and expansion of the substation facility itself. Rosendin Electric,
Inc. (Rosendin) is the general contractorfor this project. Siemens Power Transmission & Distribution (Siemens) is
the supplier for the 12kV switchgear and the remote terminal communications unit (RTU). Acceptance testing and
commissioning tasks are the Electric Utility Departments (FUD's) responsibility.
According to Rosendin's latest project schedule, the final acceptance testing and commissioning activities for the
rehabilitated substation systemstequipment will begin in mid-March 2008. This task will cover the two 60kV
breakers, one 60kV disconnect switch, 12kV switchgear, RTU and communication systems, security systems,
control building electrical systems, protection systems, and the control and auxiliary systems. The Acceptance
Testing and Commissioning task will also include the maintenance, repair and overhauling of the existing two (2)
power transformers. Acceptance testing demands a very detailed inspection, adjustments and confirmation that all
power equipment is in excellent working condition and all systems are functioning correctly and safely before final
substation operations. This work is planned to occur approximately four to five weeks prior to the actual
energization of the substation facility, which is scheduled on May 1, 2008.
Due to the critical nature of this task in completing the rehabilitation project on schedule and assuring correct and
safe operation of the substation, staff is recommending that the RFP be approved now in order that acceptance
testing and commissioning of the Killelea Substation Rehabilitation Project be done on a timely basis.
FISCAL IMPACT: Estimated Gast is approximately $175,000.
FUNDING: Transferf r t bond proceeds to Account No. 161677.
C'
ns, Budget Manager
V
G F. Morrow
Electric Utility Director
PREPARED BY: Demy Bucaneg, Jr.. P.E., Manager, Engineering& Operations
GFM/DBAst
APPROVED:
BlairK ity Manager