REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Action on an Agreement for Services with Performance Mechanical, Inc. for As-needed Boilermaker and Pipefitter Services
Report
COUNCIL PILLAR
Deliver and Enhance High Quality Efficient Services and Infrastructure
BACKGROUND
The City of Santa Clara's Electric Utility, Silicon Valley Power operates three gas fired power generation facilities within the city limits as well as remote power generation facilities. Equipment at these facilities include Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSG), as well as significant piping and tubing requiring boilermaker, pipefitter, and related services for ongoing maintenance and repair.
DISCUSSION
A Request for Proposal (RFP) with the vendor selection based on the qualifications of the firm is also referred to as a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Pursuant to City Code Section 2.105.330, a Statement of Qualifications was conducted as the solicitation method, with the award recommendation based on "best value". The factors considered in the award were firm experience, staff qualifications, project approach, and cost.
One proposal was received from Performance Mechanical. Staff reviewed the proposal against the criteria published in the SOQ and determined that PMI's proposal demonstrated they met all requirements and have the capability to perform all of the services listed in the SOQ. Staff recommends award of agreement to PMI. PMI is a current contractor with SVP for these types of services and has demonstrated experience and expertise providing quality boilermaker and pipefitter and related services.
Under the proposed agreement, PMI will provide the following:
* Welding services;
* Piping and pipe hanger repairs;
* Tank repairs;
* HRSG repairs;
* Insulation removal, installation, and repair;
* Fabrication and installation of components for fired boilers and pipe supports;
* Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) Services; and
* Other miscellaneous mechanical work to support the operation of SV...
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