FROM: Robert Thompson, General Manager
Originator: Riaz Moinuddin, Director of Operations & Maintenance
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ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS AND NETWORK INSTALLATION
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GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
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RECOMMENDATION:
A. Approve a Services Contract with Chargie LLC to provide Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and Network per Specification No. S-2023-1384BD, for a total amount not to exceed $143,225;
B. Approve a contingency of $28,645 (20%); and
C. Authorize staff to specify Chargie LLC as the sole source provider for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and Network.
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BACKGROUND
The Orange County Sanitation District (OC San) has Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations in operation at Plant Nos. 1 and 2 that are in need of replacement, as well as the addition of new charging stations to the new Headquarters facility. Therefore, a Request for Proposal (RFP) was issued on February 29, 2023, via PlanetBids. OC San received nine proposals and proceeded to select a provider through its RFP process. After the hardware installation, OC San will utilize the networked function to manage the EV charging system, which includes access controls and the ability to charge fees associated with its use. Currently, OC San does not charge fees for EV charging.
RELEVANT STANDARDS
* Ensure the public's money is wisely spent
* Maintain a proactive asset management program
* Comply with environmental permit requirements
PROBLEM
OC San has EV charging stations located within treatment Plant Nos. 1 and 2 at various locations and various vintages. The hardware is antiquated and lacks the ability to be networked and controlled administratively.
PROPOSED SOLUTION
Replace the existing EV chargers within the treatment plants and install new chargers at the Headquarters facility to ensure uniformity and implement a networked control system.
TIMING CONCERNS
The new Headquarters facility installed the electrica...
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