From
Carmen Ard
Title
Ratification of an emergency purchase to North Texas Contracting, Inc. for the repair of a water main break on 1215 W. Pioneer Parkway in the amount of $214,485, plus a 5% contingency of $10,724, for a total of $225,209
Presenter
Gabe Johnson, Director of Public Works
Recommended Action
Approve
Analysis
On June 10, 2019, we experienced a water break on the 30" Reinforced Concrete Pipe (RCP) water line at 1215 West Pioneer Parkway. The water break was apparently caused by corrosion and ground movement. The location of the leak on the water line, east of a detention pond and retaining wall and west of power lines required a contractor to complete the repair. We do not have the in-house capability to perform such a reparation.
Significant damage to the water line resulting in excessive water loss necessitated an immediate response. It was imperative that we restore the connection as soon as possible.
Local government code 252 allows for an exemption from the bid process for procurement necessary because of unforeseen damage to public machinery, equipment, or other property. Due to the critical nature of the emergency, we requested and were approved to waive the normal bidding procedures and awarded contract to North Texas Contracting, Inc. in the amount of $225,209.
Financial Consideration
Funding for the emergency repair purchase of the 30" water main at 1215 West Pioneer Parkway from North Texas Contracting, Inc. in the amount of $225,209 is available in FY 2018/2019 Water Wastewater Operating Fund (361211) Water Mains Maintenance (63095) and will be charged accordingly.