Submitted By: Christina Guy
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Presentation By: Liza Warmuth
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Department: Fleet
STAFF RECOMMENDATION (Motion Ready):
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Approve the purchase of a five-year maintenance agreement with Texas Underground, Inc. for a PipeHunter sewer cleaner in the amount of $65,000
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OCALA’S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Operational Excellence
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
N/A
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BACKGROUND:
The Water Resources Department utilizes industrial vacuum trucks to perform hydro excavation, high-pressure water jetting, and cleaning operations on sewer, catch basin, and stormwater systems.
On August 20, 2024, the City Council authorized the purchase of a 2024 PipeHunter sewer cleaner for $350,490. To ensure this specialized equipment's optimal performance and longevity, Fleet recommends procuring a repair and maintenance contract from an authorized warranty and service provider.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
A repair and maintenance contract will ensure cost-effective repairs, minimize equipment downtime, and extend warranty coverage. The maintenance agreement with Texas Underground, Inc., for a PipeHunter sewer cleaner is $13,000 annually over five years, totaling $65,000. Fleet staff recommends approval of the maintenance agreement with Texas Underground, Inc.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Funding for this purchase is available in Water Resource Repair and Maintenance account 455-030-300-533-53-46010.
PROCUREMENT REVIEW:
These services were procured in compliance with the City’s Procurement Policy.
LEGAL REVIEW:
N/A - The City’s standard purchase order terms and conditions will govern this purchase.
ALTERNATIVE:
• Approve with Changes
• Table
• Deny