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OPERATIONS, SAFETY, AND CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE COMMITTEE
MARCH 16, 2023
Subject
SUBJECT: PURCHASE OF OCS STINGER TRUCK
Action
ACTION: APPROVE RECOMMENDATIONS
Heading
RECOMMENDATION
Title
CONSIDER:
A. AUTHORIZING the Chief Executive Officer to award a firm-fixed-price contract, Contract No. OP92098000, to Nixon-Egli Equipment Company, for one (1) Overheard Catenary System (OCS) Stinger Truck for a firm fixed price of $882,520.78, inclusive of sales tax, subject to resolution of any properly submitted protest(s) if any; and
B. FINDING that there is only a single source of procurement for the item(s) set forth in Recommendation A above and that the purchase is for the sole purpose of duplicating or replacing supply, equipment, or material already in use, as defined under Public Utilities Code 130237.
(REQUIRES TWO-THIRDS VOTE OF THE FULL BOARD)
Issue
ISSUE
The purchase of a new OCS Stinger truck is necessary for the OCS maintenance and State of Good Repair (SGR) renewal work on all Metro Light Rail Lines. This truck will replace an out-of-service, 30-year-old OCS Stinger Truck, which is beyond its useful life, and noncompliant with current emission control standards.
Background
BACKGROUND
Metro Traction Power Department maintains over 200 miles of OCS wires for all Metro Light Rail Train Lines. Metro is responsible for ensuring that all systems are properly maintained for the safety, reliability, and longevity of capital assets. The OCS Stinger Truck is required to maintain and repair the system.
Discussion
DISCUSSION
The OCS Stinger Truck is a critical piece of equipment that is used for a variety of tasks, such as lifting heavy copper wire rolls and pulling the OCS wires to achieve the required tension during the wire replacement activity. This truck will also support planned SGR OCS wire replacement projects, as well as perform emergency repairs in a timely manner to significantly reduce service interruptions and delays.
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