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Kelso Burnett named lowest responsible bidder; board awards generator contract

Lake Bluff ESD 65 Board of Education · April 28, 2026
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Summary

The board awarded a generator replacement contract to Kelso Burnett using a phased installation approach (Option Two) with preparatory wiring to precede a final installation planned over winter break.

Facilities presenter Jay Kahn recommended awarding the generator replacement contract to Kelso Burnett after reviewing bids and architect references, and the board approved the recommendation on April 28. Kahn recommended a phased installation (Option Two) with progress billing and included potential alternative work for circuit breaker replacement if necessary.

Kahn said preparatory work, including wiring and site setup, will precede the replacement and that the plan aims to complete final installation over winter break to minimize disruption while students are out of the building. The motion to award the contract passed unanimously.