From
Marysol Alagenchev
Title
Ratification of an emergency purchase to North Texas Contracting, Inc for the repair of a water and sewer main break at Robinson Rd in the amount of $154,124, plus a 5% contingency of $7,706.20, for a total of $161,830.20
Presenter
Ron McCuller, Director of Public Works
Recommended Action
Approve
Analysis
On November 25, 2016, we experienced a water break on the 12" water line on Robinson Rd, since the 8” sewer line laid directly below the 12” water line the water break caused the sewer line to collapse. The water break was apparently caused by settlement of improper backfill.
Since lack of this connection impairs the fire flow in the northeast part of the City, as well as structurally undermining the adjacent bridge, it was imperative that we get this line repaired and void under the bridge restored as soon as possible.
Local government code 252 allows for an exemption from the bid process for procurements necessary because of unforeseen damage to public machinery, equipment, or other property. Due to critical nature of emergency, we requested and were approved to waive the normal bidding procedures and awarded contract to North Texas Contracting, Inc. in the amount of $154,124.
Financial Consideration
Funding for the emergency repair purchase of the repair of the 12” water main and 8” sewer main on Robinson Rd from North Texas Contracting, Inc. in the amount of $161,830.20 is available in FY 2016/2017 Water WasteWater Operating Fund (361211) Water Mains Maintenance (63095) and will be charged accordingly.