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BPW authorizes $300,568 purchase for Fairview 69 kV breakers after index and tariff adjustments
Summary
Manufacturers notified BPW of a BLS index‑based escalation and new tariff charges that raised each breaker’s price to $100,189.29; the Board authorized the revised $300,567.87 total so breakers can ship and the Fairview substation project remain on schedule.
BPW staff notified the Board that manufacturer pricing for three 69 kV circuit breakers for the Fairview substation had increased due to a 10.2% Producer Price Index escalation and additional tariff charges since the original quote. The per‑breaker price rose from $84,672 to $100,189.29, updating the total for three units to $300,567.87.
Staff explained the original procurement allowed for price escalation tied to BLS index PCU335313 (switchgear/switchboard manufacturing) and that bidders included escalation language in their proposals because of market volatility and potential tariff impacts. Commissioners were told the increase does not change scope or quantity and that shipment timing required authorization of the updated purchase order.
Commissioner Walters moved to approve the updated purchase order amount and Commissioner VanAst seconded; the Board approved the authorization so the breakers may ship on schedule and the Fairview project may proceed.
