STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance & Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: April 10, 2024
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 hydrants, parts, and accessories for the Water Utilities Department - Mueller Co. LLC in an estimated amount of $1,517,300, North Texas Winwater Co. in an estimated amount of $282,000, Core & Main LP in an estimated amount of $94,000, and U.S. Pipe Valve & Hydrant, LLC in an estimated amount of $47,000, lowest responsible bidders of seven - Total estimated amount of $1,940,300 - 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 hydrants, parts, and accessories for the Water Utilities Department (DWU). This master agreement will allow the DWU to effectively maintain fire hydrants by providing replacement parts and new hydrants when needed throughout the City. The replacement parts will be used to repair leaks and damages, ensuring that hydrants are operationally ready for fire related emergencies. DWU also stocks hydrants for prompt replacement of non-repairable hydrants.
As part of the solicitation process and in an effort to increase competition, the Office of Procurement Services used its procurement system to send out email notifications to vendors registered under relevant commodity codes. To further increase competition, the Office of Proc...
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