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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN INCREASE TO PURCHASE ORDER 26-0279 FOR EMERGENCY WORK FOR DULUTH ENERGY SYSTEMS FROM HANCO UTILITIES, INC. BY $75,000.00 FOR A NEW ANNUALLY ESTIMATED TOTAL OF $220,000.00.
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CITY PROPOSAL:
RESOLVED, that the proper city officials are authorized to increase purchase order 26-0279 for emergency work for Duluth Energy Systems from Hanco Utilities, Inc. by $75,000.00 for a new annually estimated total of $220,000.00, payable from fund 540-920-1490-5310; (steam, Steam Department, steam production, contract services).
Statement of Purpose
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: This resolution authorizes an increase to purchase order 26-0279 for emergency work for Duluth Energy Systems from Hanco Utilities, Inc. by $75,000.00 for a new annually estimated total of $220,000.00.
On February 20, 2026, the Purchasing Division issued a Request for Quotes for any potential emergency work that Duluth Energy Systems may need for the year 2026. Hanco Utilities, Inc. was deemed the lowest, responsive bidder and was awarded an estimated purchase order. Due to several emergency situations that have been needed this year, an increase to the purchase order is necessary to ensure that any future emergencies are covered and funded.