TO: Honorable Mayor & Members of the North Port Commission
FROM: Jason Yarborough, ICMA-CM, Interim City Manager
TITLE: Approve the Sole Source Purchase of Lift Station Pumps, Control Panels and Associated Components from Xylem Water Solutions USA, Inc., for a Total of $287,850.00.
Recommended Action
Approve the sole source purchase of lift station pumps, control panels and associated components from Xylem Water Solutions USA, Inc., for a total of $287,850.00.
Background Information
The Department of Utilities budgets annually for the rehabilitation of lift stations in a prioritized manner, including the replacement of pumps, control panels and associated components. In 2021, the Department of Utilities is planning for the rehabilitation and replacement of pumps, control panels and associated components at ten (10) lift stations at various locations throughout the City. Replacement equipment will be installed by a third-party as part of the Rehabilitation Project.
In an effort to standardize equipment across all of the City's lift stations, the Department of Utilities requires that only Flygt brand pumps, control panels, and associated components be installed. Xylem Water Solutions USA, Inc. is currently the only authorized distributor of Flygt products, services, and warranty work in the State of Florida.
The Department of Utilities is seeking Commission approval for the sole source purchase of Flygt brand lift station pumps, control panels, and associated components from Xylem Water Solutions USA, Inc., for a total of $287,850.00.
Strategic Plan
Develop and promote City governance that fosters trust and utilizes departmental strengths and innovative philosophies to facilitate effective and efficient provision of all City services.
Financial Impact
Account
Project
Estimated Expenditures
420-6062-535.63-00
U21LSR
$287,850.00
Procurement
These goods and services are being procured pursuant to Section 2-407, of the City Procurement Code - Sole So...
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