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Council authorizes sole‑source pursuit for S&C 440 switchgear up to $130,000 to avoid schedule delays
Summary
To avoid a 9–12 month lead time and keep the underground line project on schedule, the council authorized staff to procure an S&C 440 switchgear unit by sole source methods in an amount not to exceed $130,000; the motion passed unanimously.
Utility Director Scott Parris told council that the city needs an S&C 440 switchgear unit to complete underground electric installation and that suppliers are quoting 9–12 month lead times. The city asked permission to pursue a sole‑source purchase of a ready unit when one becomes available to avoid further delay; council approved the request and set a not‑to‑exceed amount of $130,000.
Parris said crews have been coordinating with contractor locates and that contractor crews have occasionally struck mains and services; the city is monitoring those impacts and working with contractors to limit damage as projects proceed. The procurement authorization does not obligate immediate purchase but allows staff to buy a unit when available.
