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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2026-042
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE TRANSFORMERS FROM
GENERAL PACIFIC, INC FOR ELECTRIC SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $62,080.00
WHEREAS, the City of Seward Electric Department maintains and operates an electric
distribution system that requires ongoing investment in equipment to support reliability and
growth; and
WHEREAS, transformers are critical components necessary to provide electric service for new
residential connections, commercial development, and replacement of aging infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, the Electric Department solicited quotes from both Anixter and General Pacific, Inc.
for the annual transformer order; and
WHEREAS, General Pacific, Inc. provided the most competitive pricing and best overall value
to the City of Seward; and
WHEREAS, the quoted total from General Pacific, Inc. is $56,436.00, as documented in the
vendor quotation; and
WHEREAS, due to potential price fluctuations and market volatility in electrical equipment, the
staff recommends including a 10% contingency to ensure the order can be completed without
delay; and
WHEREAS, timely procurement of transformers is essential to meet ongoing service requests and
support continued economic development within the City of Seward.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEWARD, ALASKA:
Section 1. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to purchase transformers from
General Pacific, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $62,080.00, which includes 10% contingency.
Section 2. Funding for this purchase is hereby appropriated from the Electric Operating Fund
Budget for FY2026 in the appropriate materials and equipment expense account 15000 3000 7221.
Section 3. The City Manager is authorized to execute all documents necessary to complete this
purchase.
Section 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2026-042
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APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA THIS 27th
DAY OF APRIL 2026.
Sul ern` Chime
Sue McClure, Mayor
AYES: Osenga, Warner, Draper, Barnwell, Calhoon, McClure
NOES: None
ABSENT: Crites
ABSTAIN: None
Kris Peck
City Clerk
City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: April 27, 2026
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Taylor Crocker, Electric Department
Subject: Resolution 2026-042: Authorizing the City Manager to Purchase
Transformers from General Pacific, Inc for Electric System Improvements
in an Amount Not to Exceed $62,080
Background and justification:
The City of Seward Electric Department places an annual order for distribution transformers to
support ongoing system needs, including new service installations, commercial development, and
replacement of failed or ageing equipment. Maintaining an adequate inventory of transformers is
critical to ensuring timely service connections, minimizing outage durations, and maintaining
overall system reliability.
Due to long lead times and continued volatility in the electrical equipment supply chain, it is
necessary to procure these materials in advance to avoid delays that could impact both residential
and commercial customers. This annual order allows the Electric Department to proactively meet
demand and respond efficiently to system needs throughout the year.
The Electric Department solicited quotes from both Anixter and General Pacific, Inc. for the
required transformers. After review, General Pacific, Inc. was determined to provide the most
competitive pricing and best overall value to the City. The total quoted cost from General Pacific
is $56,4361.00, as documented in the vendor quotation.
A 10% contingency is included to account for potential price fluctuations prior to finalizing the
order, which is consistent with current market conditions for electrical equipment. The total
requested authorization amount is $62,080.00.
Approval of this resolution will ensure the Electric Department can continue to provide reliable
service, support community growth, and respond effectively to both planned and unplanned
system demands.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan:
Strategic Plan:
Other:
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Certification of Funds
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation:
This legislation (✓):
Creates revenue in the amount of:
Creates expenditure in the amount of:
Creates a savings in the amount of:
Has no fiscal impact
x
Funds are (✓):
x
$ 62,080.00
$ 62,080.00
Budgeted Line item(s): 15000 3000 7221 0161 00000
Not budgeted
Not applicable
Affected Fund (V):
General
Boat Harbor
Motor Pool
SMIC
Parking
Other
Net Position as of 12.31.2025
x
Electric
Water
Wastewater
Healthcare
Note: amounts are unaudited
Finance Director Signature: s5U,
Yes Attorney Signature:
x Not applicable Comments:
Attorney Review ZIMI
Administration Recommendation
x
Adopt Resolution
Other: