Commission authorizes 100 kW emergency generator for Fire Station 94

The City Commission authorized the city manager to execute an agreement with All Florida Contracting Services LLC to supply and install a 100 kilowatt emergency backup generator and automatic transfer switch at Fire Station 94 (IFB 11-13-24-11). The motion passed unanimously on roll call.

Details provided by staff and discussion highlights:

- Scope and timeline: Staff said the existing generator is over 17 years old and the project replaces the interior generator with an exterior pad-mounted 100 kW generator and associated fuel tank and enclosure. Completion was estimated at about 38 weeks from notice to proceed.

- Disposal of old generator: Staff explained the removed generator will be sent to a scrap yard to be recycled or sold as scrap metal. The contract transfers ownership of the removed equipment to the contractor, who may refurbish or sell it at their own cost.

- Warranties and product selection: The generator brand had not been selected at the time of the vote; staff noted typical manufacturer options include Kohler, Cummins or Caterpillar. The contractor provides a one-year workmanship warranty; manufacturer warranties are separate and the city can opt to purchase extended manufacturer warranty coverage (three or five years) at additional cost.

- Procurement specifics: Moved by Vice Mayor Railey and seconded by Commissioner Brody; roll-call approval was unanimous.

Follow-up: Staff will provide the commission the selected generator make/model and the finalized warranty terms after procurement.