AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2026-203R, approving a contract with CT Electric, through the Texas Interlocal Purchasing System, for the installation of an emergency standby generator to provide redundant electrical power to the San Marcos Municipal Court, located at 350 Barnes Drive, in the amount of $181,899.00; authorizing the City Manager, or her designee, to execute the contract on behalf of the city; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: November 17, 2026
Department: Public Works - Facilities
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $181,899.00
Account or Project Number (C = CIP funds): FY186
Funds Available: Yes
Account Name: Municipal Court Project
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Background Information:
The installation of a permanent emergency standby generator at the San Marcos Municipal Court is a critical back-up power system to support Municipal Court operations and availability of Court services to the residents of San Marcos. Power outages can disrupt legal proceedings, compromise facility security, and delay residents ability to access and utilize the Municipal Court. This project ensures continuity of operations, protects sensitive data, and maintains public safety during electrical power supply disruption.
The emergency standby generator will provide an independent source of electrical power for designated essential services, allowing critical systems to remain operational until normal electrical power supply is restored. This capability is particularly important during severe weather, utility failures, or other emergencies when electrical outages may occur for an extended period.
CT Electric, the selected contractor, has extensive experience performing installation of emergency standby generators.
Benefits of this project include:
Court Case Backlog Reduction: Canceling a single afternoon of hearings creates a scheduling backlog that impacts judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and citizens, sometimes for several weeks.
Facility Security Improvements: During a power failure, all critical physical security infrastructure-including electronic locks, security cameras, fire alarms, and metal detectors fail or rely on short-term battery backups.
Community Access Improvements: The public relies on the court to pay fines, resolve citations, and attend scheduled hearings. Maintaining electrical power during power supply outages ensures clerk windows and online payment portals remain operational.
Pursuant to Local Government Code 271.102, the City has authority to participate in cooperative purchasing programs therefore, staff recommends award of this work to CT Electric, Lockhart, Tx, in the estimated amount of $181,899.00 through the TIPS contract # 25010401.
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Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval.