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ITEM: AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE A BOYNTON BEACH ANNUAL CONTRACT FOR WATER SERVICE INSTALLATION AND RESTORATION SERVICES
REQUEST: Authorization to utilize a Boynton Beach annual contract with Line-Tec, Inc. for water service installations and restoration services in the amount of approximately $100,000 annually.
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EXPLANATION: The Utility has approximately 21,000 water meters in service. The standard life cycle of meter components vary between 10 and 20 years. Where there are multiple meter components that require replacement, it is more cost effective to use a contractor for the work. It is the Utility’s goal to maximize the life cycle of each meter by evaluating its performance against manufacturer specifications before replacement.
The City of Boynton Beach awarded contact #021-821-18IT to Line Tec, Inc. for water service installations and restoration services. Boynton Beach exercised the second renewal option through August 6, 2021 with no price increases. The contract allows for two (2) additional one (1) year renewals.
Staff requests authorization to utilize the City of Boynton Beach contract #021-821-18IT with Line-Tec, Inc. (Palm Beach County local vendor) for water service installations and restoration services.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: NO
PUBLIC HEARING: NO QUASI-JUDICIAL:
FIRST READING: SECOND READING:
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: YES
FISCAL IMPACT: Funds are allocated within the FY 2021 Operating Budget to cover these expenditures.
WELLINGTON FUNDAMENTAL: Protecting our Investment
RECOMMENDATION: Authorization to utilize a Boynton Beach annual contract with Line-Tec, Inc. for water service installations and restoration services in the amount of approximately $100,000 annually.