E33122 - Approve the purchase of floor cleaning equipment from Nilfisk, Inc. through the Cooperative Purchasing Program with the Houston-Galveston Area Council (“HGAC”) in the total amount of $343,407.00, for the Houston Airport System.
Specific Explanation:
The Director of the Houston Airport System and the Chief Procurement Officer recommend that City Council approve the purchase of floor cleaning equipment through the Cooperative Purchasing Program with the Houston-Galveston Area Council (“HGAC”) in the total amount of $343,407.00, for the Houston Airport System (HAS), and that authorization be given to issue purchase orders to the HGAC vendor Nilfisk, Inc.
The acquisition of the floor cleaning equipment is a strategic initiative aimed at maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of a vast expanse exceeding 500,000 square feet, covering various flooring surfaces such as terrazzo and carpeted areas. This investment plays a key role in enhancing overall sanitary conditions at both commercial service airports operated by HAS, contributing to the health and safety of employees, stakeholders, and customers frequenting Houston airports. This commitment underscores our dedication to providing a hygienic environment aligned with the highest standards of safety and well-being.
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”.
MWBE Subcontracting:
M/WBE 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. Bids/proposals were not solicited because the department is utilizing an Interlocal or Cooperative Purchasing agreement for this purchase.
Fiscal Note:
Funding for this item is included in the FY24 Adopted Budget. Therefore, no Fiscal Note is required as stated in the Financial Policies.
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Jedediah Greenfield
Chief Procurement Officer
Finance/Strategic Procurement Division
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Department Approval Authority
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Estimated Spending Authority
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Departments
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FY2024
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Out-Years
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Total
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Houston Airport System
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$343,407.00
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$0.00
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$343,407.00
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