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Emergency Purchase for Alachua County Communications Center Power System

Original title: “FOR INFORMATION ONLY”, for inclusion into the Board’s minutes, Signed Emergency Certification Form and a Purchase Order to Eola Power, LLC., in the amount of $118,534.15, for the replacement of the Uninterrupted Power Supply Unit (UPS) equipment at the Alachua County Combined Communications Center Building for Public Works, Critical Facilities.

Record date · September 13, 2022

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What This Bill Does

The Alachua County Board of County Commissioners has recorded an emergency purchase of $118,534.15 to replace the power backup system at the Combined Communications Center. This action was taken to ensure the continued operation of critical public works facilities.

Why it matters

This expenditure of $118,534.15 in taxpayer funds covers the immediate replacement of the unit, which is essential for maintaining power to the county's emergency communications infrastructure.

Who It Affects

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Alachua County Taxpayers

County funds totaling $118,534.15 are being utilized for this equipment replacement.

Directly affected

Eola Power, LLC.

The company is the recipient of the $118,534.15 purchase order.

Directly affected

Public Works, Critical Facilities Department

The department is responsible for the facility where the new power equipment is being installed.

Key Facts

  • The Board of County Commissioners authorized an emergency purchase order totaling $118,534.15.
  • The funds are allocated to Eola Power, LLC.
  • The purchase is for the replacement of an Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) unit.
  • The equipment is installed at the Alachua County Combined Communications Center Building.
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  • The project falls under the jurisdiction of the Public Works, Critical Facilities department.
  • The document is filed as a 'Notation for Record' for the Board's minutes.
  • The file was introduced on June 15, 2022.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was this purchase handled as an emergency?
The document indicates an '' was signed, which typically allows for the bypass of standard bidding processes when equipment critical to public safety or infrastructure requires immediate replacement.
What is a UPS unit?
An is a device that provides battery backup power to electrical equipment when the primary power source fails, ensuring continuous operation.

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Emergency Procurement Usage

The use of an Emergency Certification Form indicates the county prioritized immediate restoration of critical power systems over standard procurement timelines.

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Connected Entities

Alachua County Combined Communications Center, Eola Power, LLC.
locationAlachua County Combined Communications Center“The facility receiving the new power equipment.”Map →
OrganizationEola Power, LLC.“The vendor selected for the UPS equipment replacement.”Map →

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