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City seeks to replace undersized HVAC at Event Center; Train US proposes $344,485 contract
Summary
Staff presented a first reading to authorize replacement of undersized air handlers at the Event Center. Staff recommended rejecting formal bids and awarding the work to Train US Inc. for $344,485; council asked for more details and a report at a future meeting.
City staff presented a first reading on Sept. 2 to authorize contracts and supplemental appropriation to replace undersized HVAC air handlers at the Event Center. City Manager Ashley Combs told council that the air handlers currently in the building are undersized relative to code and cause inconsistent temperatures. Plans and specifications were prepared and three bids were received on July 30; staff said those bids were higher than anticipated and recommended rejecting the formal bids. A separate proposal from Train US Inc. for $344,485 was presented and staff recommended awarding the contract to Train US. Council members asked for additional information at the next meeting, including the payment schedule and why Train US’s proposal is lower than the formal bids. Council member Horn also raised concerns that the original installation appeared undersized and suggested reviewing whether prior decisions or approvals merit further inquiry. The item is a first reading; no contract was awarded at this meeting.
