Title
Contract Infrared Inspection Services (B)
Staff is requesting the issuance of purchase orders for FY 2006 to McCabe & Associates for infrared inspection services.
Explanation
Infrared (thermographic) inspection is utilized by various utility departments to help determine the source of "hot spots" or problem areas on electric transmission and distribution lines and in electric substations. In addition, infrared inspections are offered as a service to utility customers as preventative maintenance for those who are experiencing electric line problems. Through the use of an infrared camera, an experienced technician is able to identify problem areas. The Contractor provides written reports and photographs of the findings which help utility staff locate and repair the problem equipment.
The Purchasing Department sent out an invitation to bid to twenty (20) potential suppliers with nine (9) responding, four (4) with no-bid responses. Staff evaluated the responses based on rate per hour, firm qualifications, staff qualifications, references, equipment used and is recommending award to McCabe and Associates as the best evaluated bidder. A copy of the evaluation is attached for your reference.
Recommendations
The City Commission authorize the General Manager, or his designee, to approve the issuance of purchase orders for FY 2006, not exceeding budgeted amounts, to McCabe & Associates for infrared inspection services.
Fiscal Note
Funding for infrared services is included in the Operation and Maintenance portion of the budgets of the departments utilizing these services.
Drafter
Prepared by: John Tisdale, Electric Transmission and Distribution
Submitted by: Michael L. Kurtz, General Manager