STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance & Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: October 26, 2022
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 service contract for large diameter concrete water pipes, accessories and emergency repair services for the Water Utilities Department - TPG Pressure, Inc. dba Thompson Pipe Group-Pressure, most advantageous proposer of two - Not to exceed $8,786,180.00 - Financing: Dallas Water Utilities Fund (subject to annual appropriations)
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BACKGROUND
This action does not encumber funds; the purpose of a service contract is to establish firm pricing for services, for a specific term, which are ordered on an as needed basis.
This service contract will provide for large diameter concrete water pipes, accessories, and emergency repair services. Dallas Water Utilities (DWU) uses prestressed concrete cylinder pressurized pipe for repairs and replacement activities within untreated and potable water systems. The pressurized pipe is a watertight material that has a steel cylinder, steel joint rings, and a steel wire or rod wrap. DWU purchases large diameter pipe sections ranging from 20" - 96" in diameter and lengths from 16'-24' linear feet.
This pipe material is utilized for the purpose of pressurized water application such as water transmission mains, water treatment plants, or other applications where a watertight product is critical. The availability of pipe will enable timely repairs to critical infrastructure, eliminating long lead time or extended customer outages.
DWU maintains approximately 5,000 miles of water mains throughout the water distribution system.
A four-member committee from the following departments reviewed and evaluated the qualifications:
* Department of Information and Technology Services (1)
* Department of Transportation (1)
* Water Utilit...
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