Public Works, re: Adopt Specifications for Maintenance and Repair of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems and Specifications for Maintenance and Repair of Emergency Power Generators and Amend Existing Contract Resolution adopting Specification No. 4036 for Maintenance and Repair of HVAC Systems at Various Facilities for the City of Glendale and directing the City Clerk to advertise for bids Resolution adopting Specification No. 4037 for Maintenance and Repair of Emergency Power Generators at Various Facilities for the City of Glendale and directing the City Clerk to advertise for bids Motion Amending the existing Citywide Maintenance and Repairs of Generators Contract No. 8001441 with Global Power Group, Inc

Summary

The City Council is considering adopting new specifications for the maintenance and repair of HVAC systems (Specification No. 4036) and emergency power generators (Specification No. 4037) at various city facilities. These new specifications will allow the city to solicit competitive bids for new five-year maintenance contracts. Additionally, the council will consider amending the existing contract (No. 8001441) with Global Power Group, Inc. for generator services. This amendment would increase the contract amount by $75,000, bringing the total not-to-exceed amount to $716,780, to cover unforeseen repairs through the contract's expiration on October 31, 2026. The estimated annual cost for HVAC services is $600,000, and for generator services is $175,000, with funding requested in the proposed FY 2026-27 budget.

Citizen Impact

These actions ensure the continued operation and maintenance of essential building systems like heating, cooling, and backup power for city facilities, which impacts the reliability of public services and the comfort of public spaces. The amendment to the generator contract will be absorbed by the Public Works Department, meaning no direct cost increase to residents at this time.

Confidence

high