Formal Bids Received September 5, 2024, for P37-Doc1208861223 –Approve an award to eWorld Innovative Solutions, LLC, in the total of $178,884.90 to furnish and deliver galvanized Bauer pipes and fittings for Houston Public Works.
Specific Explanation:
The Chief Procurement Officer and the Director of Houston Public Works (HPW) recommend that City Council approve an award to eWorld Innovative Solutions, LLC, in the total amount of $178,884.90 to furnish and deliver galvanized Bauer pipe and fittings for HPW.
This purchase consists of various sizes of galvanized Bauer pipes and fittings to be utilized in emergency bypass procedures in the City of Houston (COH) wastewater lift stations, where accessing manholes may present challenges. The primary purpose and usage of the Bauer pipes and fittings are to increase the City’s ability to respond to critical situations promptly and to quickly connect and send flow to the bypassed areas, preventing Texas Commission of Environmental Quality violations and fines. This is a one-time purchase.
This project was advertised in accordance with the requirements of the State of Texas bid laws. Fourteen (14) prospective bidders downloaded the solicitation document from the SPD’s e-bidding website, and five (5) bids were received.
Company Total
NPT Group $ 48,528.67 (non-responsive)
Ryanvision LLC $ 59,675.75 (incomplete bid)
Abacus Quality System Services Inc. $ 100,656.09 (non-responsive)
eWorld Innovative Solutions, LLC $ 178,884.90
Aluforce Inc. $ 199,200.00
MWBE Participation:
A Zero percentage goal was approved by the Office of Business Opportunity.
Hire Houston First:
The proposed award requires compliance with the City’s ‘Hire Houston First’ (HHF) ordinance that promotes economic opportunity for Houston businesses and supports job creation. In this case, eWorld Innovative Solutions, LLC does not meet the requirements for HHF designation, no HHF firms were within three percent.
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 Randall V. Macchi, Director
Finance/Strategic Procurement Division Houston Public Works
Estimated Spending Authority:
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Department
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FY25
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Out-Years
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Total Amount
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Houston Public Works
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$178,884.90
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$0.00
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$178,884.90
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