SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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Authorize Purchase Orders to Core and Main LP, and Pasco Pipe Supply Inc. of FL, for ductile iron pipes, fittings, mechanical joint restraints, and polyethylene tubing in the cumulated annual not-to-exceed amount of $400,000.00, for the term January 16, 2026 through January 15, 2027, with two, one-year renewal options pursuant to ITB 57-25 Ductile Iron Pipes, Fittings, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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SUMMARY:
Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 57-25, Ductile Iron Pipes, Fittings, Mechanical Joint Restraints and Polyethylene Tubing was issued on September 12, 2025. Four bids were received. Core & Main LP and Pasco Pipe Supply Inc. represent the lowest responsive, responsible bidders in accordance with the bid specifications.
For placing orders, the award is as follows:
Core & Main LP Group 5 - Tapping Saddles and Sleeves
Group 6- Meter and Valve Boxes
Pasco Pipe Supply Inc. Group 1 - Ductile Iron Pipe Fittings
Group 2 - Restraining Adapters, Gaskets, and Glands
Group 3 - Large Valves
Group 4 - Clamps and Couplings
Group 7 - Ductile Iron Pipe
Group 8 - Service Tubing
These parts are stocked in the Public Utilities Warehouse to have them on-hand for use in the field.
The initial contract term will be from January 16, 2026 through January 15, 2027, with the option for two, one-year renewals.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funding is available in Public Utilities’ cost centers, cost code 550400 Operating Supplies and Materials. Funding for future fiscal years will be requested within contract calendar and spending limits.
The operations of the Public Utilities department are funded by revenues from the Water and Sewer Utility Enterprise Fund.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
In furtherance of the Council’s Strategic Plan to achieve High Performing Government by maintaining public infrastructure through systematic management efforts, approval for an agreement is requested.
