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Bill 260431

Authorizing the Procurement Commissioner, on behalf of the City, to enter into a concession agreement with Positive Energy Inc. for the procurement, construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of Direct Current Fast Chargers in the cell phone lot at Philadelphia International Airport, under certain terms and conditions.

Introduced Apr 30, 2026Committee on Transportation and Public UtilitiesOfficial record: City of Philadelphia via Legistar

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  1. Aye. The ayes are 17. The nays are 0. Majority of all members having voted in the affirmative, the bill passes. Chief Clerk, please read the title of Bill No. 260431.

    Council President Johnson · Stated Meeting, June 11, 2026 · Jun 11, 2026 · official transcript, this passage

  2. The Committee on Transportation and Public Utilities, to which were referred the following bills: Bill 18 No. 251020, an ordinance amending Section 19-1604 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Charges Where Water Meter Has Become Defective," by authorizing the reduction of customer water bills due to defective or inaccurate water meters, under certain terms and conditions. Bill No. 251021 as amended, an ordinance amen…

    Chief Clerk · Stated Meeting, June 4, 2026 · Jun 4, 2026 · official transcript, this passage

Status timeline

  1. Apr 30, 2026Introduced and Referred · CITY COUNCIL
  2. Jun 2, 2026HEARING NOTICES SENT · Committee on Transportation and Public Utilities
  3. Jun 2, 2026HEARING HELD · Committee on Transportation and Public Utilities
  4. Jun 2, 2026REPORTED FAVORABLY, RULE SUSPENSION REQUESTED · Committee on Transportation and Public Utilities
  5. Jun 4, 2026SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL · CITY COUNCIL
  6. Jun 4, 2026ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR · CITY COUNCIL
  7. Jun 4, 2026READ AND ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK'S SECOND READING CALENDAR · CITY COUNCIL
  8. Jun 11, 2026READ AND PASSED · CITY COUNCIL
  9. Jun 12, 2026SIGNED · MAYOR

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..Title Authorizing the Procurement Commissioner, on behalf of the City, to enter into a concession agreement with Positive Energy Inc. for the procurement, construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of Direct Current Fast Chargers in the cell phone lot at Philadelphia International Airport, under certain terms and conditions. ..Body THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA HEREBY ORDAINS: SECTION 1. The Procurement Commissioner, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia, is hereby authorized to enter into a concession agreement with Positive Energy Inc. for the installation of Direct Current Fast Chargers in the Cell Phone Lot at Philadelphia International Airport, pursuant to the terms as set forth in the term sheet attached hereto as Exhibit "A." SECTION 2. The City Solicitor is hereby authorized to review and approve all instruments and documents necessary to effectuate this Ordinance, which instruments and documents shall contain such terms and conditions as the City Solicitor may deem necessary and proper to protect the interests of the City of Philadelphia and to carry out the purpose of this Ordinance. SECTION 3. This Ordinance shall be effective immediately. Exhibit "A" Term Sheet Direct Current Fast Chargers for Airport Cell Phone Lot Parties The City of Philadelphia, acting through its Procurement Department and its Department of Aviation, ("City") and Positive Energy Inc. ("Concessionaire"). Term The term of the Agreement, upon City Council approval, will be for an initial period of five (5) years with one five (5) year renewal term, after notice from Concessionaire of the desire to extend the term and the City's consent. Scope of Work/Concessionaire Duties Contractor shall procure, construct, install, operate, and maintain four (4) Direct Current Fast Chargers located at Philadelphia International Airport's Cell Phone Lot for use by Philadelphia International Airport passengers, ride-share companies and the general public. Contractor shall also coordinate with PECO, and any other federal, state, or local entities with respect to requirements applicable to this project, on the installation of electrical infrastructure required to support the chargers. Concession Fees Concessionaire shall pay for the first five (5) years to the City a concession fee equal to thirty-three percent (33%) of the total gross revenue. For years six (6) to ten (10), the Concessionaire shall pay to the City a concession fee equal to thirty-seven percent (37%) of the total gross revenue. City Obligations The City shall provide funds for the initial installation of the chargers, not to exceed the project budget of $2,781,000. After such initial payment, it shall have no maintenance or other financial obligations. Ownership of Equipment The Concessionaire shall own and insure the equipment during the Term. The City shall have the sole option to accept ownership of the equipment owned by Concessionaire or require the Concessionaire to remove it upon expiration of the Agreement. Indemnification Concessionaire is required to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City and its officers, employees and agents from and against any and all liability and expenses associated, in whole or in part, with the acts, omissions, negligence or fault of the Concessionaire or its agents, subcontractors, independent contractors, suppliers, employees or servants and with the use or disclosure of confidential and/or proprietary information of the City. Insurance and Security for Performance The Concessionaire shall provide insurance consistent with City standards at its sole cost and expense. The City, its officers, employees, and agents, shall be named as additional insureds on the General Liability, Umbrella Liability and Cyber Liability Insurance policies. ..End