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Purchase of Cast Iron Manhole Rings and Covers (B)
This item involves a purchase of Cast Iron Manhole Rings and Covers from Hughes Water & Sewer, LTD, in the amount of $25,509.48.
Explanation
On February 8, 2006, the Public Works Department received quotes from six vendors for the purchase of Cast Iron Manhole Rings and Covers. Hughes Water & Sewer, LTD, was the lowest responsive quote and meets all required specifications. This purchase is for an estimated 18-month inventory for use by the Operations Division for maintenance and construction needs.
Fiscal Note
The purchase amount for the Cast Iron Manhole Rings and Covers is $25,509.48. The funding for this purchase is available in the Public Works Department Stormwater Management Utility Fund (SMUF) Closed Water Course account.
Recommendation
Recommended Motion: The City Commission: 1) approve the purchase of the Cast Iron Manhole Rings and Covers from Hughes Water & Sewer, LTD.; and 2) authorize the City Manager to issue a purchase order not to exceed $25,509.48.
Alternative Recommendation A: The City Commission reject this request for purchase and ask for the Public Works Department to re-solicit for quotes using a lesser quantity of materials for a shorter inventory period. The resulting fiscal impact would be a possible decrease in the total cost of the purchase thereby reducing the amount of funds expended from the SMUF Closed Water Course operating budget.