PILLAR: Core
AGENDA DATE: January 14, 2026
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S):|910|DEPARTMENT: Department of Facilities and Real Estate Management
PRIORITY: Infrastructure
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a construction contract with METCO Engineering, Inc., the most advantageous proposer of five, for the installation of a new rooftop solar photovoltaic system at the Beckley Saner Recreation Center located at 114 West Hobson Avenue - METCO Engineering, Inc., most advantageous proposer of five - Not to exceed $488,418.00 - Financing: ARPA Redevelopment Fund
*In alignment with CECAP.
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BACKGROUND
The Beckley Saner Recreation Center located at 114 West Hobson Avenue, Dallas, Texas, is being upgraded to include a new rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) system.
This project is being implemented in support of the Comprehensive Environmental & Climate Action Plan that was adopted by the City in May 2020 to reduce City of Dallas greenhouse gas emissions.
The proposed 232.6 kW-DC solar PV system is expected to reduce the facility's annual energy usage by approximately 72%, compared to 2024 energy usage, and reduce the annual energy cost by approximately $23,000.00.
The work consists of furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision required to install a fully operational solar PV system, including panels, inverters, wiring, racking, and system integration with the existing electrical infrastructure.
This contract will also include testing, commissioning, and coordination with the Department of Facilities and Real Estate Management and Oncor to ensure compliance with all applicable codes and interconnection standards.
ESTIMATED SCHEDULE OF PROJECT
Begin Date January 2026
Complete Date July 2026
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
On February 28, 2024, the City Council authorized the transfer and reallocation of ARPA funds from the U.S. Department of Treasury for the Coronavir...
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