HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - February 20, 2008 E-05AGENDA ITEM
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AGENDA TITLE: Approve Specifications and Advertise for Bids for Self Propelled M i n i Digger
Derrick (EUD)
MEETING DATE: February20,2008
PREPARED B Y Electric Utility Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve specifications and advertise for bids for Self Propelled Mini
Digger Derrick.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Electric Utility Department (EUD) maintains approximately 65
miles of overhead power lines in backyard and/or areas that are not
accessible by a conventional digger derrick truck EUD does not
have an efficient means to install power poles, transformers or other electrical equipment in these limited
access areas.
The S et Propelled Mini Digger Derrick is a compact carrier only 34"wide and the rubbertrack drive will
expand up to 5 2 in width when needed for stabilization. It can pass through narrow gates and travel in
limited access areas like rear yards and other urban settings. The integrated load deck has a carrying
capacity of 2,500 lbs, and can easily carry transformers and other electrical equipment to the work site.
The mini digger derrick has the ability to dig an 8' hole and set a 4 5 power pole safely and effortlessly
without utilizing additional staff and time consuming "block and tackle" techniques.
FISCAL IMPACT: A reduction in labor cast per utility pole installed/replaced is expected.
FUNDING: Include§,n je ;IUD2007/08 budget Account No. 1611201.7700($125,000)
Budget Manager
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George F. Morrow
Electric Utility Director
Prepared By: Barry Fisher, Construction/Maintenance Supervisor
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APPROVED:
Wing, City Manager