Title
Consider and take action on a resolution authorizing a one-year agreement with Thirkettle Corporation DBA Aqua-Metric Sales Company for various water meters and supplies in an amount not to exceed $400,000 (Interim Director of Finance)
Background:
Approval of this item will authorize the annual purchase of water meters for new accounts and parts for existing meters. Meter purchase, maintenance, and installation is an ongoing function as new home and business construction continues throughout League City. Staff recommends the purchase of meters that are compatible with the City’s system from the sole source vendor Aqua-Metric.
The products offered match our existing brand of equipment for compatibility. Aqua-Metric Sales Company is the only authorized distributor of Sensus products and services in Texas; therefore, this purchase is exempt from the competitive bidding statutes in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 252. Aqua-Metric Sales Company is also a member of the HGAC Cooperative Purchasing Program. Each year Aqua-Metric Sales Company presents a quote for our preferred products that is less than the HGAC Cooperative Purchasing Program.
Attachments:
1. Data Sheet
2. Proposed Resolution
3. Exhibit A- Agreement with Thirkettle Corporation
4. Sole Source Letter
5. Sole Source Validation Memo
6. Contractor Report Card
7. Form 1295
FUNDING
{X} Funds are available from Account # 10207100-51680 Utility Billing Operating Budget Water Meters
STRATEGIC PLANNING
{X} NOT APPLICABLE