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Cookeville City Council Meeting July 16th, 2026
Published: Jul 16, 2026
Community Development Department to Purchase 2026 Ford Bronco Sport
The council approved the purchase of one 2026 Ford Bronco Sport for the community development department. The purchase will utilize statewide bid contract number 209, contract ID 88762. This item was part of the consent agenda.
Per Place Project Contract Adjusted Downward by Over $30,000
The council approved change order number two for the 2024 per place project, resulting in a deduct of $30,931.80. This adjustment brings the total contract to $1,918,422.20. The change order accounts for the actual installed units compared to the initial contract.
Davis HLA Construction Awarded Contract for West Substation Maintenance
A bid from Davis HLA Construction to perform maintenance on the west substation was awarded for $68,650. The maintenance includes changing out 69 KV switches, removing meters, and other items. The bid was evaluated by Patterson and Dur Engineers. This work is necessary for the upkeep of the city's electrical infrastructure.
City Contracts with Motorola for Enhanced Radio Connectivity for Public Safety
The council authorized the city manager to enter into a 5-year contract with Motorola Solutions for the 'Smart Connect' feature, costing $12,240 per year. This feature will provide cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity to the city's Motorola APX portable radios. The contract includes a non-appropriation clause, allowing the city to terminate it if necessary. This is a budgeted item aimed at improving communication capabilities for public safety personnel.
Consultant Contract Approved for Substation Projects and Transmission Line Upgrades
The council approved an agreement with Thomas M. Barnes, consultant, for engineering services for various substation projects for the upcoming fiscal year. The agreement has a not-to-exceed limit of $40,000. Projects include replacement of the West Knoxville substation switch, preliminary design for the Southeast substation, and 69 KV transmission line replacement. This contract supports essential infrastructure maintenance and upgrades for the city's electrical system.
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