HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 15 - Water and Wastewater AnalysisMEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
MEETING DATE: AUGUST 21, 2018
SUBJECT: APPROVAL TO RENEW AN ANNUAL CONTRACT FOR WATER AND
WASTEWATER ANALYSIS SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION: City Council to consider the renewal of an annual contract for water and
wastewater analysis services from the Trinity River Authority of Texas for
the Public Works Department.
FUNDING SOURCE: Funds for this purchase are available in account 200-44540-530-002
(Professional Services Water Treatment) and 200-44540-531-002
(Professional Services Wastewater Treatment) for an amount not to
exceed $25,000.
BACKGROUND: The contract is for October 1, 2018 to September 30, 2019.The Trinity
River Authority (TRA) provides a variety of lab testing services for the City.
The City sends samples to TRA from the water and wastewater plants for
testing to meet EPA and TCEQ requirements. While the City is able to
conduct laboratory testing at the treatment plants, EPA and TCEQ testing
must be conducted by a certified laboratory.
This purchase will be made as a sole source from Trinity River Authority of
Texas in accordance with Local Government Code Chapter 252,
Subchapter B, §252.022. General Exemptions (a) (2). This contract can
be renewed annually at the City's option.
Staff recommends approval.
LG/BS