HomeMy WebLinkAbout10. 19-449 AUGUST 13, 2019 19-449 RESOLUTION
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PURPOSE: APPROVE PURCHASE FROM HACH FOR TURBIDIMETERS FOR
WATER FILTRATION DIVISION ($42,531.69)
INITIATED BY: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
WHEREAS,the Water Filtration is in need of replacing 16 turbidimeters within the
Water Filtration Plant; and
WHEREAS, staff reviewed available turbidimeters in the market and determined
that the Hack turbidimeter provided better accuracy in low flow conditions, was more
compatible with current plant hardware and had better service support; and
WHEREAS, the Oshkosh Municipal code allows for exceptions to formal bidding
and quotation processes when standardization and compatability are the overriding
considerations in obtaining equipment, materials and services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of
Oshkosh that the proper City officials are hereby authorized and directed pursuant to
Section 12-11 of the Oshkosh Municipal Code to purchase 16 turbidimeters, calibration
and maintenance services from:
HACH
PO Box 608
Loveland, CO 80539
Total: $42,531.69
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the proper City officials are hereby authorized
and directed to enter into an appropriate agreement for the purpose of same. Money for
this purpose is hereby appropriated from:
Acct. No. 0322-1810-7206-65903 Major Equipment -Capital
of
Oshkosh
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council
FROM: Jon G.Urben, General Services Manager
DATE: August 1, 2019
RE: Approve Purchase from Hach for Turbidimeters for Water Filtration Division($42,531.69)
BACKGROUND
The Common Council allocated $65,000 in the 2019 CIP for the replacement of 16 turbidimeters within
the Water Filtration Plant. The units have reached the end of their normal service life. The plant has
used Hach turbidimeters since its commission in 1999. The Hach units have proved tremendously
reliable.
ANALYSIS
In reviewing potential turbidimeter replacements, staff determined HF Scientific was the closest
competitor with a comparable model that met the minimum specifications required. A demo HF
Scientific model was installed at the plant for over six months for comparison against the Hach unit.
The evaluation concluded the Hach unit was still the recommended choice over the HF Scientific model
based on their better accuracy in lower flow conditions,their compatibility with current plant hardware,
their more available service support and that plant staff can perform the setup and installation of the
Hach units. In consideration of the evaluation findings, and to meet the Water Filtration Plant's
operational needs, Purchasing concluded this purchase qualifies as an exception to our purchasing
ordinance under Section 12-11 of the municipal code. Staff solicited a proposal from Hach for the
turbidimeters. The proposal includes all equipment, calibration and a one-year service
agreement/warranty for 16 turbidimeters.
FISCAL IMPACT
The total fiscal impact cost for this purchase is $42,531.69. The 2019 CIP allocated $65,000.00 for this
replacement. This purchase will be charged to A/N#: 3221810 7206 65903.
RECOMMENDATION
Section 12-11 of the Municipal Code provides that subject to approval of the City Manager, purchases
may be made without following a formal competitive bidding process when the purchase is from only
one source of supply or when standardization or compatibility is the overriding consideration. In
accordance with Section 12-11 of the Municipal Code and with approval by the City Manager,Purchasing
recommends the Common Council approve this purchase from Hach,PO Box 389,5600 Lindbergh Drive,
Loveland,CO,80539-0389, in the amount of$42,531.69.
City Hall,215 Church Avenue P.O.Box 1130 Oshkosh,WI 54903-1130 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us
Respectfully Submitted, Approved:
Jon G.Urben,General Services Manager Jo Fitzpatric , A ' ant City Manager