HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 17 - Submersible PumpMEMOTO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
MEETING DATE: APRIL 2, 2019
SUBJECT: APPROVAL FOR THE PURCHASE OF A NEW SUBMERSIBLE PUMP
RECOMMENDATION: City Council to consider approval for the purchase of a submersible pump
from Precision Pump Systems for the Public Works Department.
FUNDING SOURCE: Funds for this purchase are currently available in 200-43370-534-000
(W/W Treatment Infrastructure Maintenance) for an amount not to exceed
$21,875.
BACKGROUND: The purchase of a 60 HP Homa submersible pump from Precision Pump
Systems is needed for Denton Creek Lift Station. The current pump has
exceeded its useful life and must be replaced. The replacement pump
meets the specifications required for proper draw down of incoming raw
water and meets the desired pump curve. This allows for proper station
functionality and prevention of sanitary sewer overflows.
Informal quotes were taken in accordance with the City Purchasing Policy.
Formal bids and advertisements are not required for purchases under
$50,000. Three quotes were submitted as noted below. Precision Pump
Systems submitted the lowest quote meeting specifications.
Precision Pump Systems $21,875
Pump Solutions $24,596
FCX $27,879
Staff recommends approval.
KM/LW