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MEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER mm
MEETING DATE: SEPTEMBER 4, 2012
SUBJECT: APPROVAL TO RENEW AN ANNUAL CONTRACT FOR
TRAFFIC CONDUIT INSTALLATION SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION:
City Council to consider approval to renew an annual contract with Multiple Cable
Systems, Inc., for traffic conduit installation services on an as-needed basis.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Funds are available in account 74-43301-093-000 (Street Maintenance Capital
Replacement/Traffic Sign and Signal Maintenance/Transportation Infrastructure
Maintenance) for a total estimated amount of$30,000.
BACKGROUND:
Bids were taken in accordance with Local Government Code Chapter 252, Subchapter
B, Section 252.021 (a) and Section 252.041 (a). The bid advertisement was posted in
the Fort Worth Star Telegram on August 30, 2010 and September 6, 2010.
Staff issued bid documents to five contractors. Two contractors responded to the
invitation.
The invitation requested pricing for the installation of various types and sizes of traffic
conduit to be ordered on an as-needed basis by the Traffic Department. From the bids
received, Multiple Cable Systems, Inc. provided the lowest estimated annual cost
meeting all bid specifications.
The bid specifications allowed for an initial one-year contract with four, one-year options
to renew. If approved, this would be the second renewal period. Multiple Cable Systems
has conducted business with the City in the past and provided satisfactory service.
Staff recommends renewal of the annual contract.
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