STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance and Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: September 22, 2021
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): All
DEPARTMENT: Office of Procurement Services
EXECUTIVE: Elizabeth Reich
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a two-year master agreement for the purchase of ductile iron pipe for the distribution of potable water for the Water Utilities Department - Core & Main, LP, only bidder - Estimated amount of $388,454.98 - Financing: Water Utilities Fund
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BACKGROUND
This action does not encumber funds; the purpose of a master agreement is to establish firm pricing for goods, for a specific term, which are ordered on an as needed basis according to annual budgetary appropriations. The estimated amount is intended as guidance rather than a cap on spending under the agreement, so that actual need combined with the amount budgeted will determine the amount spent under this agreement.
This master agreement will provide for the purchase of various sizes and class thicknesses of ductile iron pipe for the Water Utilities Department. The pipe will be used for the replacement and maintenance of existing pipe, as needed for the distribution of potable water throughout the city by Water Utilities Department. Ductile iron is gray cast iron that has been infused to make it stronger, tougher, flexible, and corrosion resistant. Ductile iron is rugged and performs well in Texas soil against increased stresses caused by shifting soil seismic activity. Ductile iron pipe is used for new installations, and replacement of split or corroded pipes as needed. Dallas Water Utilities maintains approximately 5,000 miles of potable mains throughout the water distribution system.
In addition, 5,000 miles of water pipelines provides treated potable drinking water for fire suppression and consumption within the City of Dallas, 2 major airports and 23 other customer cities. The impact of delay or cancellatio...
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