STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance & Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: January 11, 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 fire hydrant backflow preventers and parts for the Water Utilities Department - Test Gauge & Backflow Supply, Inc. in the estimated amount of $212,000 and Fortiline, Inc. dba Fortiline Waterworks in the estimated amount of $57,000, lowest responsible bidders of three - Total estimated amount of $269,000 - 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 fire hydrant backflow preventers and parts for the Water Utilities Department. The backflow preventers restrict the reverse flow of non-potable water into the water supply through the fire hydrants. Backflow preventers provided under this agreement will be used to replace old and worn-out models and any preventers damaged beyond repair. This agreement will also provide replacement parts for general maintenance of backflow preventers. The average life expectancy of the backflow preventer is approximately three years.
Additionally, under a licensing/leasing program the City supplies backflow preventers to the commercial customer for construction projects, demolition, and special events. Currently the City manages approximately 800 accounts which require this equipment. A customer applies for a permit and ...
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