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AGENDA TITLE: Approve Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for 100,000 Feet of
insulated Underground Cable
MEETING DATE: March 2,2011
PREPARED BY: Electric Utility Director
RECOMMENDEDACTION: Approve specifications and authorize advertisement for bids for 100,000
feet of insulated underground cable.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: This cable is a standard component of the City's electric power network. It
will be used for new developments and existing electrical distribution
system upgrades and replacements.
Planned projects requiring this cable includethe replacement of old underground cables in Grid 56, 57 and various
other underground upgrades and maintenance projects throughout the City. The current inventory level is
insufficientto meet upcoming needs. The cable specification is available for review at the electric utility office.
Anticipated lead time is four to six months for delivery. In order to meet present project requirements and
anticipated future needs, staff recommends purchasing100,000 feet of #1/0 AWG 15kV underground electric cable.
FISCAL IMPACT: Estimated cost is $220,000
FUNDING: Included in FY2010/11 Budget Account Ng, 160.1496 Electric Inventory.
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Eliz eth A. Kir ley
Electric Utility Director
PREPARED BY: Weldat Haile, Senior Power Engineer
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Konradt Bartlam, City Manager