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ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT UPDATE
1. That the Director of Corporate Facilities issue a request for proposals, if needed, and be authorized to enter into an agreement with the successful third-party turnkey service provider for the replacement and upgrade of the current downtown Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) under the following general parameters, and with terms subject to approval by the Director of Legal Services and the Director of Transit and Parking Strategy:
a) The third-party turnkey service provider would be responsible for the provision and installation of replacement and/or upgraded existing EVSE in the downtown with universal charging stations, at no cost to the City;
b) The third-party turnkey service provider would be responsible for management of operational aspects related to the EVSE including maintenance, client services, as well as setting, collecting, and overseeing fee and charging services;
c) The third-party turnkey service provider would be responsible for maintenance and other operating costs associated with the equipment;
d) The third-party turnkey service provider would be responsible for decisions related to the number and location of EVSE, in consultation with the City; and
e) The agreement would, where appropriate, align with the provisions of the City’s existing EVSE contracts, and confirm that:
i. The City retains the right to expand, add, or remove EVSE, utilizing grant funding where available;
ii. The service provider has first right of refusal for integrating any new charging stations at covered locations;
iii. The City retains ownership of all auxiliary EVSE infrastructure, excluding the charging stations; and
iv. An annual cap on price increases will be established for the contract term.
2. That should the procurement be unsuccessful, staff include alternative services options for consideration within the 2027 Business Plan.
3. That the Director of Corporate Facilities be authorized to amend the agreement with the turnkey service provider and the existing agreement with Alectra Services Inc., as necessary, to support the evolving needs of the electric vehicle infrastructure program. This may include, but is not limited to, the addition or removal of electric vehicle supply equipment, and adjustments to the scope, terms, or conditions of the agreements to ensure continued alignment with operational requirements and strategic objectives. (P14/24)