STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Core
AGENDA DATE: May 28, 2025
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): Citywide
DEPARTMENT: Office of Procurement Services
EXECUTIVE: Donzell Gipson
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a three-year master agreement for the purchase of plumbing pipes, fittings, fixtures, trims, and parts for the Dallas Water Utilities Department - Core & Main LP dba Green Equipment Company in the estimated amount of $781,227.70 and Eastern Plumbing Supply, LLC in the estimated amount of $6,550.00, lowest responsible bidders of two - Total estimated amount of $787,777.70 - Financing: Dallas 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 plumbing pipes, fittings, fixtures, trims, and parts for the Dallas Water Utilities Department. This agreement will maintain the City's current infrastructure and provide plumbing supplies for any new construction. These supplies are used throughout the City to supply fresh water and aid in the removal of wastewater. This agreement will ensure that the City continues to meet minimum standards set by local, state, federal, and institutional agencies for pipes and pipe fitting installation. All plumbing fixtures for fresh water must also meet criteria for lead content that is set by the National Sanitation Foundation 61 certification and American National Standards Institute standards.
As part of the solicitation process and in an effort to increase competition, the Office of Procurement Services used its procurement system t...
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