HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 14 - PumpsMEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
MEETING DATE: MARCH 7, 2023
SUBJECT: PURCHASE OF TWO FLYGT SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS FOR THE GOLF
COURSE LIFT STATION
RECOMMENDATION: City Council to consider approval for the purchase two Flygt submersible
pumps for the Golf Course lift station from Xylem Water Solutions USA,
Inc. for the Public Works Department.
FUNDING SOURCE: Funds are available in the Utility Enterprise Fund for an amount not to
exceed $27,332.
BACKGROUND: The purchase of two new submersible pumps for the Golf Course lift
station would replace the existing pumps which are 20 years old and at
the end of their useful life.
This procurement will be made as a sole source in accordance with Local
Government Code Chapter 252, Subchapter B, § 252.022. General
Exemptions (a)(7)(d).
Xylem Water Solutions USC, Inc. is the authorized sole source
representative for this region offering captive replacement parts and
components for Flygt pump equipment and repairs. These pumps have
met the manufacturer's recommended hours for a rebuild.
Staff recommends approval.
JH/LW