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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-055
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ACCEPT THE
PROPOSAL BY ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEMS TO LEAD THE
ENGINEERING FOR THE EPA CLEAN PORTS GRANT SHORE POWER
PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,830,436 FULLY FUNDED THROUGH
THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY GRANT
WHEREAS, Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a full -service multidisciplinary engineering
firm providing electrical, mechanical, civil, structural, and control systems engineering with
offices across Alaska; and
WHEREAS, EPS has demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of the project scope
and has been selected following a thorough Request for Proposals (RFP) evaluation process; and
WHEREAS, the project will advance the goals of the EPA Clean Ports Grant by
significantly reducing emissions and enhancing the sustainability of port operations through shore
power implementation; and
WHEREAS, the estimated project cost is $1,830,436, fully funded through the EPA grant
awarded to the City of Seward.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to accept the proposal
with Electric Power Systems to lead engineering services for the EPA Clean Ports Grant Shore
Power Project.
Section 2. Funding in the amount of $1,830,436 for this project is fully appropriated from
the EPA Clean Ports Grant Fund 15360-0000-8101 Infrastructure Expense Account.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this 9tn
day of June 2025.
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-055
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
mieciAccite-
Sue McClure, Mayor
AYES: Warner, Barnwell, Wells, Crites, Finch, Osenga, McClure
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: June 9, 2025
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Taylor Crocker, Electric Operations Supervisor
Subject: Resolution 2025-055: Authorizing the City Manager to Accept the Proposal
by Electric Power Systems to Lead the Engineering for the EPA Clean Ports
Grant Shore Power Project in the Amount of $1,830,436 Fully Funded
Through the Environmental Protection Agency Grant
Background and justification:
The City of Seward has received an EPA Clean Ports Grant aimed at significantly reducing
emissions at port facilities by providing shore power infrastructure for docked vessels. The
implementation of this project requires comprehensive engineering services to cover electrical,
mechanical, civil, structural, and control systems design.
Through a detailed and competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process, Electric Power Systems
(EPS) emerged as the leading candidate due to their multidisciplinary capabilities, comprehensive
understanding of project requirements, and their extensive presence and proven experience
throughout Alaska. EPS is uniquely qualified to execute the complex engineering tasks essential
for the successful completion of the Shore Power Project. The estimated cost for these engineering
services is $1,830,436, fully funded by the EPA grant, thereby ensuring no additional financial
burden to City resources.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan: 3.7.1.4 Continue to upgrade and expand utilities to meet existing needs and
encourage future development
Strategic Plan:
Other:
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ 1,830,436
This legislation (✓):
Creates revenue in the amount of:
Creates expenditure in amount of:
x
$ 1,830,436
Creates a savings in the amount of: $
Has no fiscal impact
Funds are (✓):
Budgeted Line item(s): EPA Clean Ports Grant
X
Not budgeted
Not applicable
Affected Fund (✓):
General
Boat Harbor
Motor Pool
X
Available Fund Balance
SMIC Electric
Parking Water
Other EPA Clean Ports
Grant
$
Wastewater
Healthcare
Note: amounts are unaudited
Finance Director Signature:
X
Yes
Attorney Signature:
Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
X
Adopt Resolution
Other: