(P23-WS1245244887) Approve the purchase of portable air compressors from Associated Supply Company, Inc. through the Buyboard cooperative purchasing program in the total amount of $78,455.82 for the Fleet Management Department on behalf of Houston Public Works.
Specific Explanation:
The Director of the Fleet Management Department (FMD) and the Chief Procurement Officer recommend that City Council approve the purchase of three (3) trailer-mounted portable air compressors from Associated Supply Company, Inc. through the Buyboard cooperative purchasing program in the total amount of $78,455.82 for Houston Public Works (HPW).
This equipment has been vetted and approved by FMD.
These trailer-mounted air compressors are used to clean filters, pipes, and other equipment to ensure efficient operation and prevent blockages within the water purification plants. These compressors are valued for their reliability, durability, and efficiency, making them a crucial component in maintaining the smooth operation of water treatment plants. The compressors are critical to operations and will replace units that have reached their end-of-life.
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 Participation:
This procurement is exempt from the City’s MWBE subcontracting requirements as the total expenditure does not exceed the $100,000.00 threshold.
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/Cooperative Purchasing Agreement for this purchase.
Fiscal Note:
Funding for this item is included in the FY25 Adopted Budget. Therefore, no Fiscal Note is required as stated in the Financial Policies.
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Jedediah Greenfield, Chief Procurement Officer Department Approval Authority
Finance/Strategic Procurement Division
Estimated Spending Authority
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Department
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FY2025
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Out Years
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Total
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Houston Public Works
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$78,455.82
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$0
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$78,455.82
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