Description
Title: Authorize a contract to replace condenser water pumps for Austin Energy with Flintco, LLC, in an amount not to exceed $5,028,323. Funding: $5,028,323 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Energy.
Summary
The City of Austin is considering a contract with Flintco, LLC, for the replacement of condenser water pumps at District Cooling Plant No. 2, with a budget cap of $5,028,323 funded through the Austin Energy Capital Budget. This project aims to address the deteriorating condition of existing pumps, which are nearing the end of their 20-year lifespan and cannot sustain necessary operational flow. The upgrade is part of a comprehensive multi-year enhancement of the cooling plant, expected to increase its cooling capacity by 2,000 tons and generate an additional $2 million in annual revenue. This is crucial for maintaining reliable chilled water services, especially as demand grows with upcoming projects like the new Austin Convention Center. The Electric Utility Commission has recommended the contract