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Report regarding a resolution authorizing the City Manager or their designee to execute a renewal agreement with Bigbelly Solar, LLC for Connect lease and services for 25 smart waste and recycling stations through October 31, 2031, in an amount not to exceed $365,471.76. (Marissa Garren, Public Works Program Manager)
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RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or their designee to execute a renewal agreement with Bigbelly Solar, LLC for Connect lease and services for 25 smart waste and recycling stations in an amount not to exceed $365,471.76, establishing updated service pricing and a common agreement expiration date of October 31, 2031.
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BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
The Public Works Department uses Bigbelly smart waste and recycling stations to help keep public areas clean and improve waste collection. The stations monitor waste levels and alert staff when service is needed, reducing unnecessary collection trips.
The City entered into Connect Services Agreement No. 10187 with Bigbelly Solar, LLC in September 2020 and subsequently amended the agreement to expand the number of smart waste and recycling stations and modify the associated services. The City currently has 25 stations with varying service expiration dates. The proposed renewal (see Attachment 1) would continue services for all 25 existing stations under the original Connect Services Agreement, as amended, and establish a common expiration date of October 31, 2031. No additional stations are being requested as part of this renewal. The original agreement and all prior amendments are included as attachments to the accompanying resolution.
The proposed renewal would establish a new spending authorization for services through October 31, 2031, separate from the funding previously authorized under the original agreement and its amendments. The renewal covers the lease of 23 double stations and two triple stations. ...
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