Review Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 5/10/2023 - 6:00 PM
Category: Maintenance and Operations
Type: Action
Subject: 15.20 Review and Potential Ratification of Gas Line Repair for El Monte Elementary School per California Public Contract Code § 20113 to MBS Engineering, Inc.
LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan) Goal:
Goal 1:
All students will receive a high quality education in a safe and welcoming environment with equitable and high expectations, access to technology, and instruction in the California State Standards that prepare them for college and career.
Policy:
Enclosure MBS Engineering Inc
File Attachment:
MBS Engineering Inc.pdf
Summary: To support the emergency repair of the Gas Line at El Monte Elementary School, the district required the support from an outside vendor, MBS Engineering, Inc. A gas leak was detected and the gas to the majority of the site had to be shut down. During the repair, an extensive detection process took place and the leak was located underground, below the concrete walkway, moving uphill at the front of campus. Due to the deterioration of the original steel line, staff directed the contractor to replace all of the underground main line and install a new polyethylene pipe with fused joints. This will eliminate future rust and/or corrosion, avoiding future leaks. California Public Contract Code § 20113, allows (a) In an emergency when any repairs, alterations, work, or improvement is necessary to any facility of public schools to permit the continuance of existing school classes, or to avoid danger to life or property, the board may, by unanimous vote, with the approval of the county superintendent of schools, do either of the following: (1) Make a contract in writing or otherwise on behalf of the district for the performance of labor and furnishing of materials or supplies for the purpose without advertising for or inviting bids.
Funding: RRMA
Fiscal Impact $51,691.81
Recommendation: Move to approve the ratification of gas line repair for El Monte Elementary School per California Public Contract Code § 20113 to MBS Engineering, Inc.
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Melanie Koslow - Director of Maintenance and Operations
Signed By:
Elizabeth McClanahan - Director of Purchasing and Warehouse
Signed By:
Dr. Lisa Gonzales - Chief Business Officer
Signed By:
Dr. Adam Clark - Superintendent
Vote Results:

Original Motion
Member Erin McFerrin Moved, Member Linda Mayo seconded to approve the Original motion 'Move to approve the ratification of gas line repair for El Monte Elementary School per California Public Contract Code § 20113 to MBS Engineering, Inc.'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 5 Nay: 0.
The motion Carried 5 - 0
   
Linda Mayo     Yes
Debra Mason     Yes
Cherise Khaund     Yes
Keisha Nzewi     Yes
Erin McFerrin     Yes