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ITEM: AUTHORIZATION TO CONTINUE UTILIZING AN ORANGE COUNTY CONTRACT WITH XYLEM WATER SOLUTIONS USA, INC., AS A BASIS FOR PRICING, FOR THE PURCHASE, DELIVERY AND SERVICE OF FLYGT PUMPS
REQUEST: Authorization to continue utilizing an Orange County contract with Xylem Water Solutions USA, Inc. as a basis for pricing for purchase, delivery and services of Flygt pumps, not to exceed $250,000 annually.
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EXPLANATION: The Utility Department owns and operates 104 sewage lift stations that are standardized to a single manufacturer - Flygt. Standardization with Flygt has resulted in: 1) excellent service reliability, 2) long service life, 3) reduced maintenance cost, and 4) simplified parts inventory and repair.
Xylem Water Solutions USA, Inc. owns the Flygt Corporation and is the only authorized vendor for Flygt products, including Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts. Xylem is also the only authorized repair and warranty provider in the State of Florida.
Orange County recently exercised the first contract renewal option effective through July 31, 2020. The contract includes a five (5) percent discount, as a result of quantities purchased.
Staff requests authorization to continue utilizing Orange County contract #Y16-1095, as a basis for pricing, with Xylem Water Solutions USA, Inc., for purchase, delivery and services of Flygt pumps, not to exceed $250,000 annually.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: NO
PUBLIC HEARING: NO QUASI-JUDICIAL:
FIRST READING: SECOND READING:
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: YES
FISCAL IMPACT: Funds are budgeted in the Waste Water Collections Operating budget.
WELLINGTON FUNDAMENTAL: Responsive Government
RECOMMENDATION: Authorization to continue utilizing an Orange County contract with Xylem Water Solutions USA, Inc. as a basis for pricing for purchase, delivery and services of Flygt pumps, not to exceed $250,000 annually.