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Resolution to Accept a Proposal from Schindler Elevator Corporation for Maynard Parking Structure Maynard Street Elevator Modernization
Memorandum
Background: Reliable elevators are very important to the operation of the parking structures. In 2021 the DDA hired an elevator consulting firm, VDA, to inspect parking system elevators and develop a capital maintenance plan. The 2021 plan identified modernization of the Maynard Street elevator at the Maynard structure in the next 1-3 years, and funding for this work has been included in recent years CIP planning. Obsolete components make repairs difficult and can mean lengthy shutdowns.
Overview & Scope: The attached resolution authorizes the acceptance of a proposal from Schindler Elevator for the modernization of the Maynard Street elevator with a proposed cost of $342,844.00. The proposal document includes project scope and listing of components. There is a ten-month lead time, followed by an expected twelve weeks of work. Funds for this project will come from both the FY25 and FY26 Parking CIP Fund.
Prepared by: Jada Hahlbrock, Parking Manager
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Whereas, The DDA mission is to strengthen the downtown area and attract new private investments, and it manages the public parking system as a means to help it accomplish its mission;
Whereas, Reliable operation of elevators is integral to the functioning of the parking structures;
Whereas, The DDA's elevator maintenance contractor, Schindler Elevator Corporation, recommends a modernization of the Maynard Street elevator at the Maynard Structure, and this recommendation is in line with reports from VDA Elevator Consulting, a third-party elevator consulting firm that inspects parking system elevators every three years;
Whereas, The Schindler proposal for this work is $342,844.00;
RESOLVED, The DDA Board accepts the proposal in the amount of $342,844.00 for modernization of the Maynard Street elevator at the Maynard Parking Structure, with f...
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