Title
Request to Enter Into an Agreement with UMOM New Day Centers for Halle Women's Center Chiller Replacement (Ordinance S-52291) - District 8
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into an agreement with UMOM New Day Centers, Inc. (UMOM) to replace the chiller system at Halle Women's Center. The total value of the contract will not exceed $150,000. Further request to authorize the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item. Funding is available from Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CDBG-CV) funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). There is no impact to the General Fund.
Report
Summary
HUD funds the Neighborhood Enhancement Program to address community infrastructure needs and improvements including critical projects for non-profit organizations operating facilities that provide a public benefit.
UMOM’s Halle Women’s Center serves single women without children who are in need of emergency shelter, including victims of domestic violence. The existing chiller system, which serves multiple buildings, including three that house shelter units, is nearing the end of its operational life. The aging infrastructure and failing plumbing system pose a significant risk of system-wide failure. To ensure reliable climate control and prevent disruption to shelter operations, UMOM proposes replacing the chiller system with individual air conditioning units for each room and office.
UMOM applied for funds to replace the chiller system through the Neighborhood Enhancement Program. The project will ensure continued use of the center and eliminate major cooling outages in the future. Funding from the City would cover the replacement expenses associated with this project.
Contract Term
The 12-month contract term will begin on or about September 22, 2025, with an option to extend for three months, that may be exercised at the discretion of the City Manager, or designee.
Financial Impact
The total contract value will not exceed $150,000. Funding is available in the Neighborhood Services Department's Neighborhood Enhancement Program budget using HUD CDBG-CV funds. There is no impact to the General Fund.
Location
Council District: 8
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Managers Alan Stephenson and Gina Montes, the Neighborhood Services Department and Office of Homeless Solutions.