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Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. ITB FS20-036 and award a contract to South Coast Shipyard, Inc., of Newport Beach, CA, for parts and repair services for Fire Rescue Boat Unit 129, in the amount of $478,770, with a 15 percent contingency in the amount of $71,816, for a total contract amount not to exceed $550,586, inclusive of taxes and fees; and, authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into the contract, including any necessary amendments. (Citywide)
DISCUSSION
City Council approval is requested to enter into a contract with South Coast Shipyard, Inc., for parts and repair services for Fire Rescue Boat Unit 129. The rescue boat is used by the Fire Department for lifeguard patrol and rescue services of the City’s beaches and marine areas.
Scheduled repairs are critical to preserve the overall condition and service life of this boat due to the saltwater environment. The proposed repairs for the fire rescue boat include a pump system reconfiguration, replacement of the pump engine, and replacement of two main engines. The non-compliant engines will be replaced with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) compliant engines per California Air Resources Board (CARB) requirements. These modifications will make the boat safer and more efficient.
The City Council previously authorized similar repairs for three other fire rescue boats on October 23, 2018. This is the first of the remaining three marine vessels to receive this service. Service for the other two boats will be requested during the FY 21 budget development process. The hulls of all units are in very good condition and replacing the engines will extend the scheduled life of the boats for at least five additional years. This unit has been in service for 14 years and engines must be replaced as scheduled to ensure proper performance and reduce the risk for potential failure during fire operations. If delayed, significant damage could occur, which co...
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