DA-2025-0003 – Approve spend authority in an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 for combination truck rental and spill cleaning services from CB3 Consultants LLC, through The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) cooperative purchasing program for Houston Public Works.
Specific Explanation:
The Director of Houston Public Works and the Chief Procurement Officer recommend that City Council approve spend authority in an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 for combination truck rental and spill cleaning services from CB3 Consultants LLC, through The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) cooperative purchasing program for Houston Public Works (HPW).
A combination cleaning truck is a versatile unit designed for various tasks related to sewer and stormwater system maintenance. It combines a high-pressure water jetting system with a powerful vacuum system, allowing for the simultaneous clearing of blockages and debris. This dual functionality is essential to prevent clogs, reduce the risk of backups, and ensure the reliable flow of wastewater.
The vacuum system removes loosened materials, while the jetting system breaks down stubborn blockages. This combination is especially useful for routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning and flushing sewer lines, catch basins, and stormwater systems. It is also essential for maintaining the integrity of the sewer system and preventing system failures.
This service will be provided on an hourly, on-call basis and is required for cleaning all City-owned wastewater facilities, including treatment plants, wet weather facilities, and lift stations. The service will also be used for emergency response to clean up overflows. Maintaining these facilities is not only essential for system reliability but also a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) requirement to ensure environmental protection, operational safety, and compliance with regulations.
This award will provide combination truck rental and spill cleaning services for HPW on an as- needed basis until a new contract is awarded.
This recommendation is made pursuant to subsection 271.102(c) of the Texas Local Government Code, which provides that "a local government that purchases goods or services from a cooperative purchasing program or organization satisfies any state law requiring the local government to seek competitive bids for the purchase of the goods or services”.
M/WBE Participation:
Zero Percentage Goal document approved by the Office of Business Opportunity.
Hire Houston First:
This procurement is exempt from the City’s Hire Houston First Ordinance because the department is utilizing an Interlocal/Cooperative purchasing Agreement for this purchase.
Pay or Play Program:
This procurement is exempt from the City's 'Pay or Play' Program because the department is utilizing an interlocal or Cooperative Purchasing Agreement for this purchase.
Fiscal Note:
Funding for this item is included in the FY2026 adopted budget. Therefore, no Fiscal Note is required as stated in the Financial Policies.
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Jedediah Greenfield, Chief Procurement Officer Randall V. Macchi, Director
Finance/Strategic Procurement Division Houston Public Works
Estimated Spending Authority
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Department
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FY2026
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Out Years
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Total
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Houston Public Works
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$500,000.00
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$0.00
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$500,000.00
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