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ITEM: AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF BADGER WATER METERS AND COMPONENTS
REQUEST: Authorization to award a sole source contract to Innovative Metering Solutions, Inc. for the purchase of Badger water meters and components in an amount not to exceed $200,000 in Fiscal Year 2018.
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EXPLANATION: In June 2008, the Village decided to use proprietary water metering products and technology manufactured by Badger Meter, Inc. Innovative Metering Solutions, Inc. is the only manufacturer’s authorized dealer, and sole provider, for Badger Meter products in Florida. As such, it is necessary to enter into a sole source agreement for the purchase of Badger meters, parts and equipment for Fiscal Year 2018. Expenditures during this period are approximately $200,000, which is the amount currently in the proposed FY 2018 budget. Unit pricing for various material covered under the contract are provided herein as Exhibit 2. The prices listed are equal to prices paid by other Utilities for Badger products, and are comparable to prices charged by other manufacturers for similar meter products.
Staff recommends entering into a sole source contract with Innovative Metering Solutions, Inc., to provide Badger water meter and components in an amount not to exceed $200,000.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: NO
PUBLIC HEARING: NO QUASI-JUDICIAL:
FIRST READING: SECOND READING:
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: YES
FISCAL IMPACT: Funds are proposed in the FY 2018 Meter Services and Parts budget to cover this expenditure.
WELLINGTON FUNDAMENTAL: Protecting Our Investment
RECOMMENDATION: Authorization to award a sole source contract to Innovative Metering Solutions, Inc. for the purchase of Badger water meters and components in an amount not to exceed $200,000 in fiscal year 2018.