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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH STACK BROS MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS, INC. TO REMOVE A CHILLER FOR DULUTH ENERGY SYSTEMS FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $178,000.00.
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CITY PROPOSAL:
RESOLVED, that the proper city officials authorize a contract with Stack Bros Mechanical Contractors, Inc to remove a chiller for Duluth Energy Systems for an amount not to exceed $178,000.00, payable from fund 540-0920-1944-5530 (steam, Steam Department, steam non-operating, improvements other than buildings).
Statement of Purpose
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: This resolution authorizes a contract with Stack Bros Mechanical Contractors, Inc to remove a chiller for Duluth Energy Systems for the amount not to exceed $178,00.00.
Duluth Energy Systems, under the original easement contract is removing the chilled water plant at 414 West 1st. Street. The chiller plant has surpassed its original design operation and is not operational. Under the original agreement Duluth Energy Systems is obligated to remove the chiller plant and its corresponding apparatuses. Duluth Energy Systems is obligated to vacate the equipment and return the space to the building owner. This requires the removal of the liquid absorption chiller and related piping and hardware, along with the cooling tower located on the roof.
The City of Duluth solicited this project on October 23, 2025. Stack Brothers was the lowest responsible bidder.
Company Bid
Stack Brothers Mechanical Contractors, Inc. $178,000.00
A.G. Obrien Plumbing & Heating $323,500.00
G Urban Companies, Inc $558,000.00