HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - August 20, 2008 E-05AGENDA ITEM F•5
CITY OF LODI
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AGENDA TITLE: Approve Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for 40,OOO Feet of #110
AWG, ISkV, EPR Insulated, Jacketed Concentric Neutral Underground Cable (EU D)
MEETING DATE: August 20, 2008
PREPARED B Y Electric Utility Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the specifications and authorize advertisement for bids for
40,000 feet of #110 AWG, 15kV, EPR insulated, Jacketed
Concentric Neutral underground cable.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The#1/0 15kV underground cable is a standard component of the
City's electric power network. It will be used in new developments
and in existing electrical distribution system upgrades/replacements.
The current inventory level is underthe minimum stock level and is insufficientto meet known upcoming
needs. The last procurementfor this cable was made on March 22,2007.
In order to fill the minimum stock level and meet present project requirements and anticipated future
needs over the nextfew years, staff recommends purchasing 40,000 feet of #1 /0 AWG 15kV
underground electric cable.
FISCAL IMPACT: Estimated cost is $96,000
FUNDING:
PREPARED BY:
GFMOBW
count No. 160651 (System Maintenance -Underground).
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Electric Utility Director
Demy Bucaneg, Jr., P. E., Assistant Electric Utility Director
Weidat Haile. Senior Power Engineer
APPROVED:
Blai . City Manager