STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance & Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: December 13, 2023
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): All
DEPARTMENT: Office of Procurement Services
EXECUTIVE: Jack Ireland
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a three-year master agreement for the purchase of ductile iron pipe for the Water Utilities Department - Consolidated Pipe & Supply Company, Inc. in the estimated amount of $497,649.00 and Core & Main LP in the estimated amount of $228,824.26, lowest responsible bidders of three - Total estimated amount of $726,473.26 - 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 services, 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 the purchase of ductile iron pipe for the Water Utilities Department. The ductile iron pipe will be used for the replacement and maintenance of existing ductile iron pipe, as needed for the distribution of potable water throughout the city by Water Utilities Department. The ductile iron pipe is gray cast iron that has been infused to make it stronger, tougher, flexible, and corrosion resistant. The ductile iron pipe is rugged and performs well in Texas soil against increased stresses caused by shifting soil activity. The ductile iron pipe is used for new installations, and replacement of split or corroded pipes as needed.
The Water Utilities Department 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 co...
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