The City of Boynton Beach contracted Globaltech as the Prime Design- Builder under a Progressive Design- Build contract to design and construct a new and permanent standby generator backup power system to replace a rental generator used at the WTP.
Working as a Design-Build prime contractor, Globaltech provided Phase 1 design and risk management services for installing (2) 1250 kW generators, including associated equipment, panels, devices, and SCADA integration. In Phase 2A, Globaltech identified early work activities commensurate with the City’s budget and broke these out into an early work package. Phase 2B is in progress and will include permitting, installing, and commissioning the new backup-power system. During Phase 1 of the project, the City identified deficiencies in its High-Service Pump (HSP) piping distribution system. Globaltech included the design, procurement, and replacement of the existing HSP piping, fittings, and valves in the
project’s scope.
Project Achievements / Benefits
- During the project’s construction phase, Globaltech ‘s electrical subcontractor encountered exorbitant equipment lead times from their material suppliers. Working in conjunction with the City’s and new trade partners, Globaltech was able to devise an alternative approach that resulted in approximately $750,000 in cost savings and 14 months off the duration of the project schedule.
- Globaltech completed demolishing existing facilities, including removing an abandoned transformer vault and a former fuel tank, without causing any significant disruptions to plant operations.
- The finished project will improve reliability and redundancy of operations for the WTP, safety for plant staff, and enhanced power reliability for customers.
Project Timeframe
63 months
- Â Phase 1 Design Completed September 2022
- Phase 2A Procurement & Early Construction Completed September 2024
- Phase 3A Construction (on Going)
Project Cost Estimate
$8,730,753
Client
Keith Webber, P.E.
Assistant Utilities Director Boynton Beach Utilities 124 E Woolbright Road Boynton Beach, FL 33435
(561) 742-6454
[email protected]
Expertise
Power Generation